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Dr. Rachel Adams, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Adams, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Rachel Adams, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Adams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adams’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adams’s office at (212) 659-8552.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Adams?

    Dr. Rachel Adams, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Adams empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Palliative Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Adams is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Adams speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Adams typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Adams 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. Adams. 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:

    • Cancer pain
    • Pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Adams typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Adams may include:

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

    Does Dr. Adams accept my insurance?

    Dr. Adams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 659-8552 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Adams accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Adams in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Adams' office located?

    Dr. Rachel Adams' Primary Practice

    1440 Madison Ave

    New York, NY 10029

    (212) 659-8552

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

    Dr. Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073741450.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adams?

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

    What is Dr. Rachel Adams's specialty?

    Dr. Adams is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near New York, NY.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Rachel Adams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Adams is affiliated with The Mount Sinai 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Rachel Adams accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Adams is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Adams offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Adams' office at (212) 659-8552 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rachel Adams?

    Please contact Dr. Adams' office at (212) 659-8552 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Adams' office located?

    Dr. Adams' office is located in New York, NY.