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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ludens, Internist in Mitchell, SD?
Dr. Maria Ludens, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mitchell, SD with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ludens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ludens’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ludens’s office at (605) 995-7000.
What languages does Dr. Ludens speak?
Dr. Ludens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ludens treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ludens 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. Ludens. 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:
- 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ludens perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Maria Ludens 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ludens' office.
Does Dr. Ludens accept my insurance?
Dr. Ludens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 995-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ludens accept in Mitchell, SD?
Dr. Ludens in Mitchell, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Avera Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of South Dakota
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Ludens' office located?
What is Dr. Ludens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ludens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194475681.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ludens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ludens
What is Dr. Maria Ludens's specialty?
Dr. Ludens is a Internist near Mitchell, SD.
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.
Contact Dr. Ludens to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Maria Ludens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ludens is affiliated with Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health 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 Internist?
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Is Maria Ludens accepting new patients in Mitchell, SD?
Yes, Dr. Maria Ludens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Ludens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ludens's office at (605) 995-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Ludens?
Please contact Dr. Ludens's office at (605) 995-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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