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Dr. Douglas Hobson, MD
Madison, WI
19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hobson, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Madison, WI?
Dr. Douglas Hobson, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Madison, WI. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Hobson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hobson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hobson’s office at (608) 251-6100.
Where did Dr. Hobson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School | University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com
Is Dr. Hobson board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Hobson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hobson speak?
Dr. Hobson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hobson treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hobson 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. Hobson. 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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- Younger-Onset Alzheimer's', 'Early Alzheimer's
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
- Brain Vascular Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
- I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Mixed Heart Failure
- Biventricular Heart Failure
- Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5040: Unspecified combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Frontotemporal Neurocognitive Disorder
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
- FTD
- Frontal Lobe Dementia
- Behavioral Variant FTD
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
- G3109: Other frontotemporal neurocognitive disorder
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cerebellar Ataxia with DNA Repair Defect
- Cerebellar Disorder
- Movement Disorder
- Genetic Ataxia
- DNA Repair Disorder Ataxia
- Hereditary Cerebellar Ataxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G113: Cerebellar ataxia with defective DNA repair
Also known as:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Follicular Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- NHL
- Follicular Lymphatic Cancer
- Indolent Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8202: Follicular lymphoma grade I, intrathoracic lymph nodes
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hobson perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Douglas Hobson 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. Hobson's office.
Does Dr. Hobson accept my insurance?
Dr. Hobson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 251-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hobson accept in Madison, WI?
Dr. Hobson in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Care Wisconsin Health Plan
Dean Health Plan
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Network Health
Other Health Care Provider
State of Wisconsin
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Where is Dr. Hobson's office located?
What is Dr. Hobson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hobson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689747073.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hobson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hobson
What is Dr. Douglas Hobson's specialty?
Dr. Hobson is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Madison, WI. A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Hobson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Hobson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hobson is affiliated with Ssm Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Douglas Hobson accepting new patients in Madison, WI?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Hobson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Hobson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hobson's office at (608) 251-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Hobson?
Please contact Dr. Hobson's office at (608) 251-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Hobson have?
Dr. Douglas Hobson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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