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Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist

Newark, DE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cummings, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist in Newark, DE?

    Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, DE. He is board certified. Dr. Cummings is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cummings’s office at (302) 755-1700.

    Is Dr. Cummings board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cummings speak?

    Dr. Cummings and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cummings typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cummings 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. Cummings. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cummings typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cummings' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cummings accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Cummings' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Cummings' office located?

    Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings' Primary Practice

    4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd

    Newark, DE 19718

    (302) 755-1700

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cummings affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Cummings has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Cummings's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cummings's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598826976.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cummings?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cummings

    What is Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings's specialty?

    Dr. Cummings is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist near Newark, DE.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An Emergency Medicine Physician who possesses advanced knowledge and skills in preventing and alleviating the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist collaborates with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to enhance quality of life while addressing not only physical symptoms but also the psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families. This specialist provides a complete care throughout the disease's progression, the dying process, and offer support to the family afterward. They excel in assessing the patients with advanced illness, managing distressing symptoms, coordinating interdisciplinary, patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing the care of imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical considerations in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cummings is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency 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 Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings accepting new patients in Newark, DE?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cummings' office at (302) 755-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings?

    Please contact Dr. Cummings' office at (302) 755-1700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cummings' office located?

    Dr. Cummings' office is located in Newark, DE.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings have?

    Dr. Daniel Bruce Cummings is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.