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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hammond, Pulmonologist in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Terese Hammond, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Hammond graduated from University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Hammond is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammond’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammond’s office at (310) 829-5511.
Where did Dr. Hammond go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Hammond board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Terese Hammond, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hammond speak?
Dr. Hammond and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Hammond typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Hammond 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. Hammond. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
- 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Hammond typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Hammond performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hammond. 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:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Does Dr. Hammond accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammond accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 829-5511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammond accept in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Hammond in Visalia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hammond's office located?
Dr. Terese Hammond's Primary Practice
400 W Mineral King Ave
Visalia, CA 93291
(310) 829-5511
What is Dr. Hammond's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407831829.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammond?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammond
What is Dr. Terese Hammond's specialty?
Dr. Hammond is a Pulmonologist near Visalia, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Terese Hammond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hammond is affiliated with Boston Medical Center 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Terese Hammond accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Terese Hammond is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Terese Hammond offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammond's office at (310) 829-5511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Terese Hammond?
Please contact Dr. Hammond's office at (310) 829-5511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Terese Hammond have?
Dr. Terese Hammond is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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