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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kelfer, Hospitalist in Texarkana, TX?
Dr. Joshua Kelfer, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Texarkana, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kelfer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kelfer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kelfer’s office at (903) 614-1000.
What languages does Dr. Kelfer speak?
Dr. Kelfer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kelfer treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kelfer 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. Kelfer. 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
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kelfer perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joshua Kelfer may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kelfer's office.
Does Dr. Kelfer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kelfer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 614-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kelfer accept in Texarkana, TX?
Dr. Kelfer in Texarkana, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Care Plan
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
GlobalHealth
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Weyco
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Where is Dr. Kelfer's office located?
Dr. Joshua Kelfer's Primary Practice
2604 Saint Michael Dr Ste 340
Texarkana, TX 75503
(903) 614-1000
What is Dr. Kelfer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kelfer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306340393.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kelfer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kelfer
What is Dr. Joshua Kelfer's specialty?
Dr. Kelfer is a Hospitalist near Texarkana, TX. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Kelfer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joshua Kelfer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kelfer is affiliated with Ascension St. John Medical Center, Northwest Medical Center-Springdale, Ascension St. John Broken Arrow, Ascension St. John Owasso 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Joshua Kelfer accepting new patients in Texarkana, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Kelfer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Kelfer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kelfer's office at (903) 614-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Kelfer?
Please contact Dr. Kelfer's office at (903) 614-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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