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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Claessens, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Eau Claire, WI?
Dr. Michael Claessens, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Eau Claire, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Claessens graduated from University of Minnesota Med School. Dr. Claessens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Claessens’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Claessens’s office at (715) 838-5222.
Where did Dr. Claessens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Minnesota Med School
Is Dr. Claessens board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Claessens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Claessens speak?
Dr. Claessens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Claessens treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Claessens 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. Claessens. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Claessens perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Claessens may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Claessens' office.
Does Dr. Claessens accept my insurance?
Dr. Claessens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (715) 838-5222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Claessens accept in Eau Claire, WI?
Dr. Claessens in Eau Claire, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Pekin Insurance
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Claessens' office located?
Dr. Michael Claessens' Primary Practice
1400 Bellinger St
Eau Claire, WI 54703
(715) 838-5222
What is Dr. Claessens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Claessens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962514133.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Claessens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Claessens
What is Dr. Michael Claessens's specialty?
Dr. Claessens is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Eau Claire, WI. 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. Contact Dr. Claessens to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Claessens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Claessens is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In Eau Claire 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Michael Claessens accepting new patients in Eau Claire, WI?
Yes, Dr. Michael Claessens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Claessens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Claessens's office at (715) 838-5222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Claessens?
Please contact Dr. Claessens's office at (715) 838-5222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Claessens have?
Dr. Michael Claessens is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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