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Dr. Joseph Schmidt, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Springfield, MA

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schmidt, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Springfield, MA?

    Dr. Joseph Schmidt, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Schmidt graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brooke Army Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schmidt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schmidt’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schmidt’s office at (413) 794-3233.

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

    • Residency: Brooke Army Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine | San Antonio Uniformed Services | San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium Program

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Schmidt board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Schmidt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Schmidt speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schmidt typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schmidt 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. Schmidt. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schmidt typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Schmidt may include:

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

    Does Dr. Schmidt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schmidt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 794-3233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schmidt accept in Springfield, MA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Baystate Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Schmidt's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Schmidt's Primary Practice

    759 Chestnut St

    Springfield, MA 01199

    (413) 794-3233

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

    Dr. Schmidt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841387644.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schmidt?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Schmidt's specialty?

    Dr. Schmidt is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Springfield, MA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Joseph Schmidt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schmidt is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center, Holyoke Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Joseph Schmidt accepting new patients in Springfield, MA?

    No, Dr. Joseph Schmidt is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Schmidt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schmidt's office at (413) 794-3233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Schmidt?

    Please contact Dr. Schmidt's office at (413) 794-3233 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schmidt's office located?

    Dr. Schmidt's office is located in Springfield, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Schmidt have?

    Dr. Joseph Schmidt is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.