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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Niehaus, Critical Care Internist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Karen Niehaus, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Niehaus graduated from Wright State University School of Medicine. Dr. Niehaus is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Niehaus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Niehaus’s office at (505) 841-1234.
Where did Dr. Niehaus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Wright State University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Niehaus speak?
Dr. Niehaus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Niehaus typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Niehaus 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. Niehaus. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Niehaus typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Niehaus performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Niehaus. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Niehaus accept my insurance?
Dr. Niehaus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 841-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Niehaus accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Niehaus in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
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Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Niehaus' office located?
Dr. Karen Niehaus' Primary Practice
1100 Central Ave SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 841-1234
What is Dr. Niehaus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Niehaus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093006611.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Niehaus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Niehaus
What is Dr. Karen Niehaus's specialty?
Dr. Niehaus is a Critical Care Internist near Albuquerque, NM.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Karen Niehaus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Niehaus is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Plains Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Lincoln County Medical Center 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
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Is Karen Niehaus accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Karen Niehaus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Niehaus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Niehaus's office at (505) 841-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Niehaus?
Please contact Dr. Niehaus's office at (505) 841-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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