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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. Dr. Kelfer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kelfer’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Kelfer typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- 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
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kelfer typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Kelfer may include:
Please contact Dr. Kelfer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
MHH Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kelfer's office located?
Dr. Joshua Kelfer's Primary Practice
2600 Saint Michael Dr
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.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joshua Kelfer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kelfer is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center-Springdale, Ascension St. John Medical Center, Ascension St. John Owasso, Ascension St. John Broken Arrow 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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