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Who is Dr. Keefer, Internist in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Laura Keefer, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA. Dr. Keefer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Keefer’s office at (410) 772-6500.
What languages does Dr. Keefer speak?
Dr. Keefer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Keefer typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Keefer 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. Keefer. 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:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Keefer typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Keefer may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Keefer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Keefer accept my insurance?
Dr. Keefer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 772-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Keefer accept in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Keefer in Hershey, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Keefer's office located?
What is Dr. Keefer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Keefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356633929.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Keefer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Keefer
What is Dr. Laura Keefer's specialty?
Dr. Keefer is a Internist near Hershey, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Laura Keefer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Keefer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laura Keefer accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Keefer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Keefer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Keefer's office at (410) 772-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Keefer?
Please contact Dr. Keefer's office at (410) 772-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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