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Who is Dr. Cavanagh, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Sherry Cavanagh, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cavanagh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cavanagh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cavanagh’s office at (425) 261-2000.
What languages does Dr. Cavanagh speak?
Dr. Cavanagh 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. Cavanagh typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Cavanagh 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. Cavanagh. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Cavanagh typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sherry Cavanagh may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Cavanagh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cavanagh accept my insurance?
Dr. Cavanagh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 261-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cavanagh accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Cavanagh in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cavanagh's office located?
What is Dr. Cavanagh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cavanagh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255536090.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cavanagh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cavanagh
What is Dr. Sherry Cavanagh's specialty?
Dr. Cavanagh is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Seattle, WA.
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 this Dr. Sherry Cavanagh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cavanagh is affiliated with Virginia Mason 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
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Is Sherry Cavanagh accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Sherry Cavanagh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sherry Cavanagh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cavanagh's office at (425) 261-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sherry Cavanagh?
Please contact Dr. Cavanagh's office at (425) 261-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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