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Dr. Peter Hammer, MD

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hammer, Critical Care Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Peter Hammer, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hammer completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, General Surgery. Dr. Hammer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammer’s office.

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

    • Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hammer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hammer treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Hammer 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. Hammer. 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:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI
    • Head Injury Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • SAH
    • Subarachnoid Hematoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
    • S066X9A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2243XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, bilateral, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Falls
    • Accidental Falls
    • Unintentional Falls
    • Falling Accidents

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • W19XXXA: Unspecified fall, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Injury
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Trauma
    • Bodily Harm
    • Accidental Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490: Injury, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Traumatic Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Pneumothorax
    • Injured Collapsed Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Collapsed Lung with Blood
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Hemopneumothorax
    • Blood and Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Hemopneumothorax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S272XXA: Traumatic hemopneumothorax, initial encounter

    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:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Which procedures does Dr. Hammer perform as a Critical Care Surgeon?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Peter Hammer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hammer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hammer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hammer accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Hammer in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • MDwise

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hammer's office located?

    Dr. Peter Hammer's Primary Practice

    550 University Blvd

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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    Dr. Peter Hammer's Practice 2

    1701 N Senate Blvd

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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

    Dr. Hammer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740202043.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammer?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Hammer's specialty?

    Dr. Hammer is a Critical Care Surgeon near Indianapolis, IN. A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Hammer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Peter Hammer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hammer is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist 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 Critical Care Surgeon?

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    Is Peter Hammer accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Hammer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Hammer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hammer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Hammer?

    Please contact Dr. Hammer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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