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Dr. Joseph William Mccollom, DO

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Fort Wayne, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mccollom, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Joseph William Mccollom, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN. Dr. Mccollom graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Mccollom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mccollom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mccollom’s office at (833) 724-8326.

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

    • Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mccollom speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Mccollom typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Mccollom 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. Mccollom. 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:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Colon Cancer
    • Ascending Colon Cancer
    • Bowel Cancer
    • Colorectal Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Mccollom typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Mccollom performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mccollom. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Also known as:

    • Declotting of Vascular Access Device
    • Catheter declotting
    • Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
    • Blocked port-a-cath treatment
    • Vascular access device unblocking

    CPT Codes:

    • 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter

    Does Dr. Mccollom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mccollom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (833) 724-8326 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mccollom accept in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Mccollom in Fort Wayne, IN 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • State of Ohio

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mccollom's office located?

    Dr. Joseph William Mccollom's Primary Practice

    11050 Parkview Circle Dr

    Fort Wayne, IN 46845

    (833) 724-8326

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

    Dr. Mccollom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467717520.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mccollom?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph William Mccollom's specialty?

    Dr. Mccollom is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Fort Wayne, IN.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Joseph William Mccollom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mccollom is affiliated with Parkview Regional Medical Center, Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Parkview Bryan Hospital, Parkview Huntington Hospital, Parkview Whitley Hospital, Parkview Dekalb 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

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    Is Dr. Joseph William Mccollom accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph William Mccollom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph William Mccollom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mccollom's office at (833) 724-8326 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph William Mccollom?

    Please contact Dr. Mccollom's office at (833) 724-8326 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mccollom's office located?

    Dr. Mccollom's office is located in Fort Wayne, IN.