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Dr. Kristin Inger, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Inger, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Kristin Inger, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Inger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Inger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Inger’s office at (313) 966-3300.

    What languages does Dr. Inger speak?

    Dr. Inger 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. Inger typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Inger 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. Inger. 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 pain
    • Chest Pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

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

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristin Inger may include:

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

    Does Dr. Inger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Inger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 966-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Inger accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Inger in Grand Rapids, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Inger's office located?

    Dr. Kristin Inger's Primary Practice

    100 Michigan St NE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

    (313) 966-3300

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    Dr. Kristin Inger's Practice 2

    4444 Kalamazoo Ave SE Ste 200

    Kentwood, MI 49508

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

    Dr. Inger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003161811.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Inger?

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

    What is Dr. Kristin Inger's specialty?

    Dr. Inger is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Grand Rapids, MI.

    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. Kristin Inger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Inger is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Bronson Methodist 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 Dr. Kristin Inger accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Kristin Inger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristin Inger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Inger's office at (313) 966-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristin Inger?

    Please contact Dr. Inger's office at (313) 966-3300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Inger's office located?

    Dr. Inger's offices are located in Grand Rapids, MI and Kentwood, MI.