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Dr. Jacqueline Sheehan

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sheehan, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Jacqueline Sheehan is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Sheehan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheehan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheehan’s office at (212) 241-6500.

    What languages does Dr. Sheehan speak?

    Dr. Sheehan 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. Sheehan typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Sheehan 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. Sheehan. 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Constipation
    • Constipation
    • Drug Reactions
    • Medication-Caused Constipation
    • Opioid-Induced Constipation
    • Constipation from Drugs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5903: Drug induced constipation

    Also known as:

    • Other Digestive Symptoms
    • Digestive Disease
    • Unspecified Abdominal Symptoms
    • Other Belly Problems
    • Digestive System Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R198: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Sheehan typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jacqueline Sheehan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sheehan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sheehan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sheehan accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Sheehan in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sheehan's office located?

    Dr. Jacqueline Sheehan's Primary Practice

    1 Gustave L Levy Pl

    New York, NY 10029

    (212) 241-6500

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

    Dr. Sheehan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275029159.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheehan?

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

    What is Dr. Jacqueline Sheehan's specialty?

    Dr. Sheehan is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near New York, NY.

    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 Dr. Jacqueline Sheehan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sheehan is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Beth Israel 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 - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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 Dr. Jacqueline Sheehan accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Jacqueline Sheehan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jacqueline Sheehan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office at (212) 241-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jacqueline Sheehan?

    Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office at (212) 241-6500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sheehan's office located?

    Dr. Sheehan's office is located in New York, NY.