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Dr. Laura Dingfield, MD
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dingfield, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Laura Dingfield, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dingfield is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dingfield’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dingfield’s office at (215) 316-5151.
What languages does Dr. Dingfield speak?
Dr. Dingfield and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dingfield treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Dingfield 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. Dingfield. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Dingfield perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Dingfield may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dingfield's office.
Does Dr. Dingfield accept my insurance?
Dr. Dingfield accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 316-5151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dingfield accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Dingfield in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dingfield's office located?
Dr. Laura Dingfield's Primary Practice
3400 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 316-5151
What is Dr. Dingfield's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dingfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295965515.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dingfield?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dingfield
What is Dr. Laura Dingfield's specialty?
Dr. Dingfield is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Dingfield to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laura Dingfield affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dingfield is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, VHC Health - Virginia Hospital Center 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Laura Dingfield accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Dingfield is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Dingfield offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dingfield's office at (215) 316-5151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Dingfield?
Please contact Dr. Dingfield's office at (215) 316-5151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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