Dr. Shelena Laws, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
Roseville, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laws, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist in Roseville, CA?
Dr. Shelena Laws, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Roseville, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Laws is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laws’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laws’s office at (916) 887-7955.
What languages does Dr. Laws speak?
Dr. Laws 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. Laws typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Laws 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. Laws. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Laws typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shelena Laws may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Laws' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Laws accept my insurance?
Dr. Laws accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 887-7955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laws accept in Roseville, CA?
Dr. Laws in Roseville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Laws' office located?
What is Dr. Laws's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laws's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578851655.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laws?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laws
What is Dr. Shelena Laws's specialty?
Dr. Laws is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist near Roseville, CA.
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 this Dr. Shelena Laws affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laws is affiliated with Sutter Roseville 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 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 Shelena Laws accepting new patients in Roseville, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shelena Laws is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shelena Laws offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laws's office at (916) 887-7955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shelena Laws?
Please contact Dr. Laws's office at (916) 887-7955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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