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Dr. James Hereth, MD

North Tonawanda, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hereth, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in North Tonawanda, NY?

    Dr. James Hereth, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in North Tonawanda, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Hereth graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Hereth is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hereth’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hereth’s office at (716) 323-0200.

    Where did Dr. Hereth go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences | U hool of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hereth board certified in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Hereth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Hereth speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Hereth treat?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hereth 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. Hereth. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Septic Shock
    • Shock
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection
    • Severe blood poisoning with shock
    • Septic collapse
    • Infection-induced shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
    • DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Emergency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Which procedures does Dr. Hereth perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Hereth may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hereth's office.

    Does Dr. Hereth accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hereth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 323-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hereth accept in North Tonawanda, NY?

    Dr. Hereth in North Tonawanda, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • HealthNow New York

    • Humana

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hereth's office located?

    Dr. James Hereth's Primary Practice

    445 Tremont St # 705

    North Tonawanda, NY 14120

    (716) 323-0200

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    Dr. James Hereth's Practice 2

    1540 Maple Rd

    Williamsville, NY 14221

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    Dr. James Hereth's Practice 3

    219 Bryant St Fl 3

    Buffalo, NY 14222

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

    Dr. Hereth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912161530.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hereth?

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

    What is Dr. James Hereth's specialty?

    Dr. Hereth is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near North Tonawanda, NY. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Hereth to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Hereth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hereth is affiliated with Buffalo General Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist with 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 James Hereth accepting new patients in North Tonawanda, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James Hereth is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Hereth offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hereth's office at (716) 323-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Hereth?

    Please contact Dr. Hereth's office at (716) 323-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Hereth have?

    Dr. James Hereth is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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