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Who is Dr. Penn, Hospitalist in Palmer, AK?
Dr. David Penn, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palmer, AK with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Penn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penn’s office at (907) 375-3355.
What languages does Dr. Penn speak?
Dr. Penn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Penn typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Penn 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. Penn. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Penn typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. David Penn may include:
Please contact Dr. Penn's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Penn accept my insurance?
Dr. Penn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (907) 375-3355 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Penn accept in Palmer, AK?
Dr. Penn in Palmer, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employee Benefits Consultants
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Penn's office located?
What is Dr. Penn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Penn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477968485.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Penn
What is Dr. David Penn's specialty?
Dr. Penn is a Hospitalist near Palmer, AK.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. David Penn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Penn is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence Alaska Medical Center, Seattle Childrens 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 David Penn accepting new patients in Palmer, AK?
Yes, Dr. David Penn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Penn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Penn's office at (907) 375-3355 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Penn?
Please contact Dr. Penn's office at (907) 375-3355 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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