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Who is Dr. Mikes, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in McKeesport, PA?
Dr. Heather Mikes, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in McKeesport, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Mikes graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. Dr. Mikes is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mikes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mikes’s office at (360) 487-1000.
Where did Dr. Mikes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine | Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mikes speak?
Dr. Mikes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Mikes treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Mikes 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. Mikes. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- End-Stage Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Advanced heart failure
- Terminal heart failure
- Severe heart failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5084: End stage heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Mikes perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Mikes 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. Mikes' office.
Does Dr. Mikes accept my insurance?
Dr. Mikes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 487-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mikes accept in McKeesport, PA?
Dr. Mikes in McKeesport, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Mikes' office located?
What is Dr. Mikes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mikes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235364340.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mikes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mikes
What is Dr. Heather Mikes's specialty?
Dr. Mikes is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near McKeesport, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Mikes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Mikes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mikes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upmc Mckeesport, Upmc Magee - Womens 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Heather Mikes accepting new patients in McKeesport, PA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Mikes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Mikes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mikes's office at (360) 487-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Mikes?
Please contact Dr. Mikes's office at (360) 487-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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