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Dr. Lauren Templeton, DO
Abilene, TX
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Templeton, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Abilene, TX?
Dr. Lauren Templeton, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Abilene, TX. Dr. Templeton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Templeton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Templeton’s office at (325) 670-2273.
What languages does Dr. Templeton speak?
Dr. Templeton 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. Templeton typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Templeton 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. Templeton. 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Brain Ischemia
- Ischemic Stroke
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Brain Hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6782: Cerebral ischemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Templeton typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Templeton may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Templeton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Templeton accept my insurance?
Dr. Templeton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (325) 670-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Templeton accept in Abilene, TX?
Dr. Templeton in Abilene, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Templeton's office located?
What is Dr. Templeton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Templeton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912132911.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Templeton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Templeton
What is Dr. Lauren Templeton's specialty?
Dr. Templeton is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Abilene, TX.
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. Lauren Templeton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Templeton 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
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Is Lauren Templeton accepting new patients in Abilene, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Templeton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Templeton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Templeton's office at (325) 670-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Templeton?
Please contact Dr. Templeton's office at (325) 670-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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