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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hempel, Internist in Danville, KY?
Dr. Karl Willis Hempel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Danville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hempel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hempel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hempel’s office at (859) 239-4950.
What languages does Dr. Hempel speak?
Dr. Hempel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hempel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hempel 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. Hempel. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hempel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karl Willis Hempel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Hempel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hempel accept my insurance?
Dr. Hempel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 239-4950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hempel accept in Danville, KY?
Dr. Hempel in Danville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hempel's office located?
Dr. Karl Willis Hempel's Primary Practice
640 E Lexington Ave Ste B
Danville, KY 40422
(859) 239-4950
What is Dr. Hempel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hempel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053814046.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hempel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hempel
What is Dr. Karl Willis Hempel's specialty?
Dr. Hempel is a Internist near Danville, KY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Karl Willis Hempel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hempel is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Baptist Health Hardin which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an 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 Karl Willis Hempel accepting new patients in Danville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Karl Willis Hempel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karl Willis Hempel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hempel's office at (859) 239-4950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karl Willis Hempel?
Please contact Dr. Hempel's office at (859) 239-4950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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