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Dr. Heather Bernstein, DO
Newark, DE
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bernstein, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Newark, DE?
Dr. Heather Bernstein, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bernstein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bernstein’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bernstein’s office at (302) 623-0188.
What languages does Dr. Bernstein speak?
Dr. Bernstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bernstein treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Bernstein 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. Bernstein. 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:
- 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Bernstein perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Bernstein 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. Bernstein's office.
Does Dr. Bernstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Bernstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 623-0188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bernstein accept in Newark, DE?
Dr. Bernstein in Newark, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
Riverside Health
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Bernstein's office located?
Dr. Heather Bernstein's Primary Practice
4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd
Newark, DE 19718
(302) 623-0188
What is Dr. Bernstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bernstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811524895.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bernstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bernstein
What is Dr. Heather Bernstein's specialty?
Dr. Bernstein is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Newark, DE. 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. Bernstein to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Bernstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bernstein is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, ChristianaCare, Union Hospital, TidalHealth Nanticoke, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Heather Bernstein accepting new patients in Newark, DE?
Yes, Dr. Heather Bernstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Bernstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bernstein's office at (302) 623-0188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Bernstein?
Please contact Dr. Bernstein's office at (302) 623-0188 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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