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Dr. Matthew Hammer, MD

Anesthesiologist

Milwaukee, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hammer, Anesthesiologist in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. Matthew Hammer, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI. Dr. Hammer graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Hammer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammer’s office at (414) 649-6000.

    Where did Dr. Hammer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin

    What languages does Dr. Hammer speak?

    Dr. Hammer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hammer typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hammer 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. Hammer. 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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hammer typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Hammer may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hammer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hammer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hammer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 649-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hammer accept in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. Hammer in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Broward Health

    • The Alliance

    • UMR Administered Payer

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    Where is Dr. Hammer's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Hammer's Primary Practice

    2900 W Oklahoma Ave

    Milwaukee, WI 53215

    (414) 649-6000

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    What is Dr. Hammer's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hammer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285920918.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammer

    What is Dr. Matthew Hammer's specialty?

    Dr. Hammer is an Anesthesiologist near Milwaukee, WI.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Matthew Hammer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hammer is affiliated with Aurora St Luke's Medical Center - Milwaukee 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Matthew Hammer accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Hammer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Hammer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hammer's office at (414) 649-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Hammer?

    Please contact Dr. Hammer's office at (414) 649-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hammer's office located?

    Dr. Hammer's office is located in Milwaukee, WI.