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Dr. Douglas Ham, DO

Springfield, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ham, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Springfield, MO?

    Dr. Douglas Ham, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Ham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ham’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ham’s office at (816) 630-6081.

    Where did Dr. Ham go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Ham board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Ham, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ham speak?

    Dr. Ham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ham treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ham 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. Ham. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Bruise on Head
    • Bruises
    • Head contusion
    • Head bump
    • Black and blue mark on head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0093XA: Contusion of unspecified part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ham perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Douglas Ham may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ham's office.

    Does Dr. Ham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 630-6081 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ham accept in Springfield, MO?

    Dr. Ham in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Missouri

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ham's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Ham's Primary Practice

    1423 N Jefferson Ave

    Springfield, MO 65802

    (816) 630-6081

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    Dr. Douglas Ham's Practice 2

    1700 Rainbow Blvd

    Excelsior Springs, MO 64024

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    Dr. Douglas Ham's Practice 3

    2800 Clay Edwards Dr

    North Kansas City, MO 64116

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    What is Dr. Ham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013018555.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ham?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ham

    What is Dr. Douglas Ham's specialty?

    Dr. Ham is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Springfield, MO. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Ham to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Douglas Ham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ham is affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Douglas Ham accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Ham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Ham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ham's office at (816) 630-6081 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Ham?

    Please contact Dr. Ham's office at (816) 630-6081 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Ham have?

    Dr. Douglas Ham is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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