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Who is Dr. Ludtke, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Heidi Ludtke, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ludtke graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed her residency at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program. Dr. Ludtke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ludtke’s office at (414) 649-7299.
Where did Dr. Ludtke go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
What languages does Dr. Ludtke speak?
Dr. Ludtke 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. Ludtke typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Ludtke 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. Ludtke. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Tension Headache
- Headache
- Stress Headache
- Muscle Contraction Headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G44209: Tension-type headache, unspecified, not intractable
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ludtke typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Heidi Ludtke may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Ludtke's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ludtke accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Ludtke's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Ludtke's office located?
Dr. Heidi Ludtke's Primary Practice
9200 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 649-7299
What is Dr. Ludtke's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ludtke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275767279.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ludtke?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ludtke
What is Dr. Heidi Ludtke's specialty?
Dr. Ludtke is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Milwaukee, WI.
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 this Dr. Heidi Ludtke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ludtke is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Heidi Ludtke accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Heidi Ludtke is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heidi Ludtke offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ludtke's office at (414) 649-7299 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heidi Ludtke?
Please contact Dr. Ludtke's office at (414) 649-7299 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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