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Dr. Emily Wynja

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Rapid City, SD

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Wynja, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Rapid City, SD?

    Dr. Emily Wynja is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Rapid City, SD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wynja is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wynja’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wynja’s office at (608) 417-6000.

    What languages does Dr. Wynja speak?

    Dr. Wynja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Wynja typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Wynja diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Wynja. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Wynja typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Emily Wynja may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wynja's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wynja accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wynja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 417-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wynja accept in Rapid City, SD?

    Dr. Wynja in Rapid City, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Sanford Health

    • State of Wyoming

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Wynja's office located?

    Dr. Emily Wynja's Primary Practice

    353 Fairmont Blvd

    Rapid City, SD 57701

    (608) 417-6000

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    Dr. Emily Wynja's Practice 2

    640 Flormann St

    Rapid City, SD 57701

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wynja affiliated with?

    Dr. Wynja has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Monument Health Neurology And Rehabilitation,Rapid City, SD
    Monument Health Rapid City Clinic, Flormann Street,Rapid City, SD

    What is Dr. Wynja's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wynja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013479674.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wynja?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wynja

    What is Dr. Emily Wynja's specialty?

    Dr. Wynja is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Rapid City, SD.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Emily Wynja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Wynja is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Monument Health Neurology And Rehabilitation, Monument Health Rapid City Clinic, Flormann Street. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Emily Wynja accepting new patients in Rapid City, SD?

    Yes, Dr. Emily Wynja is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Emily Wynja offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wynja's office at (608) 417-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Emily Wynja?

    Please contact Dr. Wynja's office at (608) 417-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wynja's office located?

    Dr. Wynja's office is located in Rapid City, SD.