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Who is Dr. Bushee, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Fallon Bushee, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bushee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bushee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bushee’s office at (408) 885-5000.
What languages does Dr. Bushee speak?
Dr. Bushee 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. Bushee typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Bushee 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. Bushee. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Bushee typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Fallon Bushee may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Bushee's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bushee accept my insurance?
Dr. Bushee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 885-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bushee accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Bushee in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Bushee's office located?
What is Dr. Bushee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bushee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750918769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bushee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bushee
What is Dr. Fallon Bushee's specialty?
Dr. Bushee is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near San Jose, CA.
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 this Dr. Fallon Bushee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bushee is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Eden Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Washington Hospital Healthcare System, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus 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
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Is Fallon Bushee accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Fallon Bushee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fallon Bushee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bushee's office at (408) 885-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fallon Bushee?
Please contact Dr. Bushee's office at (408) 885-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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