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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.
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:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
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
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Adams' office located?
What is Dr. Adams's NPI number?An 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 this 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
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Is 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's office at (212) 659-8552 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Adams?
Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (212) 659-8552 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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