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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bassing, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in La Crosse, WI?
Dr. Mary Bassing, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Crosse, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bassing is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bassing’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bassing’s office at (608) 782-7300.
What languages does Dr. Bassing speak?
Dr. Bassing and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bassing typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bassing 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. Bassing. 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:
- 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:
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Contracture
- Joint Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle stiffness
- Joint stiffness
- Limited movement
- Muscle shortening
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6249: Contracture of muscle, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bassing typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mary Bassing may include:
Please contact Dr. Bassing's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bassing accept my insurance?
Dr. Bassing accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 782-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bassing accept in La Crosse, WI?
Dr. Bassing in La Crosse, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Quartz Health Solutions
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Bassing's office located?
What is Dr. Bassing's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bassing's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629395355.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bassing?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bassing
What is Dr. Mary Bassing's specialty?
Dr. Bassing is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near La Crosse, WI.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Mary Bassing affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bassing is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. 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 Mary Bassing accepting new patients in La Crosse, WI?
Yes, Dr. Mary Bassing is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mary Bassing offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bassing's office at (608) 782-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mary Bassing?
Please contact Dr. Bassing's office at (608) 782-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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