Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bjerum, Hospitalist in Santa Fe, NM?
Dr. Catherine Bjerum, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Fe, NM with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Bjerum completed her residency at Maricopa Medical Center. Dr. Bjerum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bjerum’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bjerum’s office at (509) 525-3320.
Where did Dr. Bjerum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maricopa Medical Center
Is Dr. Bjerum board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Bjerum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2006
What languages does Dr. Bjerum speak?
Dr. Bjerum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bjerum typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bjerum 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. Bjerum. 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 here.
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bjerum typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Catherine Bjerum may include:
Please contact Dr. Bjerum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bjerum accept my insurance?
Dr. Bjerum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 525-3320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bjerum accept in Santa Fe, NM?
Dr. Bjerum in Santa Fe, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of Alaska
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bjerum's office located?
Dr. Catherine Bjerum's Primary Practice
455 Saint Michaels Dr
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(509) 525-3320
Recognitions
Awards
Employee of the Month, Northern Navajo Medical Center
American College of Physicians
Fellowship
What is Dr. Bjerum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bjerum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275616021.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bjerum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bjerum
What is Dr. Catherine Bjerum's specialty?
Dr. Bjerum is a Hospitalist near Santa Fe, NM.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Catherine Bjerum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bjerum is affiliated with Christus Health, Plains Regional Medical Center, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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
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Is Catherine Bjerum accepting new patients in Santa Fe, NM?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Bjerum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Catherine Bjerum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bjerum's office at (509) 525-3320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Catherine Bjerum?
Please contact Dr. Bjerum's office at (509) 525-3320 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Catherine Bjerum have?
Dr. Catherine Bjerum is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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