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Dr. Bethany Kapp, MD
Tacoma, WA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kapp, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Bethany Kapp, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kapp is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kapp’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kapp’s office.
Where did Dr. Kapp go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana --
Is Dr. Kapp board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Bethany Kapp, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kapp speak?
Dr. Kapp and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kapp typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kapp 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. Kapp. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kapp typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bethany Kapp may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Kapp's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kapp accept my insurance?
Dr. Kapp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kapp accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Kapp in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kapp's office located?
What is Dr. Kapp's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kapp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174734487.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kapp?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kapp
What is Dr. Bethany Kapp's specialty?
Dr. Kapp is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An Emergency Medicine Physician who possesses advanced knowledge and skills in preventing and alleviating the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist collaborates with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to enhance quality of life while addressing not only physical symptoms but also the psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families. This specialist provides a complete care throughout the disease's progression, the dying process, and offer support to the family afterward. They excel in assessing the patients with advanced illness, managing distressing symptoms, coordinating interdisciplinary, patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing the care of imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical considerations in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Bethany Kapp affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kapp is affiliated with St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bethany Kapp accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Bethany Kapp is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bethany Kapp offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kapp's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bethany Kapp?
Please contact Dr. Kapp's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bethany Kapp have?
Dr. Bethany Kapp is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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