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Dr. Malcolm Major, MD
Lauderdale Lakes, FL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Major, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Lauderdale Lakes, FL?
Dr. Malcolm Major, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Lauderdale Lakes, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Major is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Major’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Major’s office at (954) 474-3010.
Where did Dr. Major go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
What languages does Dr. Major speak?
Dr. Major and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Major treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Major 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. Major. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Major perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Malcolm Major 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. Major's office.
Does Dr. Major accept my insurance?
Dr. Major accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 474-3010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Major accept in Lauderdale Lakes, FL?
Dr. Major in Lauderdale Lakes, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
ZF TRW
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Where is Dr. Major's office located?
Dr. Malcolm Major's Primary Practice
5000 W Oakland Park Blvd
Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33313
(954) 474-3010
Dr. Malcolm Major's Practice 2
5430 NW 33rd Ave Ste 106
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(877) 868-4827
What is Dr. Major's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Major's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740215284.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Major?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Major
What is Dr. Malcolm Major's specialty?
Dr. Major is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Lauderdale Lakes, FL. 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. Major to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Malcolm Major affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Major is affiliated with Florida Medical Center, Florida Medical Center, Memorial Regional Hospital 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 Malcolm Major accepting new patients in Lauderdale Lakes, FL?
Yes, Dr. Malcolm Major is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Malcolm Major offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Major's office at (954) 474-3010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Malcolm Major?
Please contact Dr. Major's office at (954) 474-3010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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