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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hereford, Family Medicine Specialist in Brighton, MI?
Dr. Vanessa Hereford, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brighton, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hereford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hereford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hereford’s office.
Is Dr. Hereford board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vanessa Hereford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hereford speak?
Dr. Hereford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hereford typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hereford 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. Hereford. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, 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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hereford typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vanessa Hereford may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Hereford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hereford accept my insurance?
Dr. Hereford 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. Hereford accept in Brighton, MI?
Dr. Hereford in Brighton, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Hereford's office located?
What is Dr. Hereford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hereford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639300619.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hereford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hereford
What is Dr. Vanessa Hereford's specialty?
Dr. Hereford is a Family Medicine Specialist near Brighton, MI.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Vanessa Hereford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hereford is affiliated with Trinity Health Livingston Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, Trinity Health Oakland Hospital 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Vanessa Hereford accepting new patients in Brighton, MI?
Yes, Dr. Vanessa Hereford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vanessa Hereford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hereford's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vanessa Hereford?
Please contact Dr. Hereford's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vanessa Hereford have?
Dr. Vanessa Hereford is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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