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Dr. Heather Bernstein, DO

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Bernstein typically 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. 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

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Bernstein typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Bernstein may include:

    Please contact Dr. Bernstein's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

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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

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    Dr. Heather Bernstein's Practice 2

    1505 W Sherman Ave

    Vineland, NJ 08360

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    Dr. Heather Bernstein's Practice 3

    106 Bow St

    Elkton, MD 21921

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    What is Dr. Bernstein's NPI number?A 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.

    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 Dr. Heather Bernstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bernstein is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Heather Bernstein?

    Please contact Dr. Bernstein's office at (302) 623-0188 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bernstein's office located?

    Dr. Bernstein's offices are located in Newark, DE, Vineland, NJ, and Elkton, MD.