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Dr. Laura Hufford, MD

Ames, IA

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    Who is Dr. Hufford, Hospitalist in Ames, IA?

    Dr. Laura Hufford, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Ames, IA. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Hufford is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hufford’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hufford’s office at (515) 239-2011.

    Is Dr. Hufford board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Hufford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Hufford speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hufford treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hufford 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. Hufford. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Other Viral Infection
    • Enterovirus Infection
    • Viral Infection
    • Uncommon Viral Diseases
    • Rare Viral Infections
    • Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses
    • Enteroviral disease
    • Intestinal virus infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B338: Other specified viral diseases
    • B341: Enterovirus infection, unspecified
    • B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Male Circumcision
    • Circumcision
    • Foreskin removal
    • Routine circumcision
    • Ritual circumcision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Personal Health Risks
    • Other health risk factors
    • Specific personal risks
    • Individual health concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    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:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Poisoning by Drugs or Biological Substances from Self-Harm
    • Poisoning
    • Self-Harm
    • Self-Inflicted Drug Overdose
    • Toxic Exposure to Substances from Self-Harm
    • Intentional Medication Poisoning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T50902A: Poisoning by unspecified drugs, medicaments and biological substances, intentional self-harm, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Hufford perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Laura Hufford may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hufford's office.

    Does Dr. Hufford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hufford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 239-2011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hufford accept in Ames, IA?

    Dr. Hufford in Ames, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Medica

    • MedImpact

    • State of Iowa

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Hufford's office located?

    Dr. Laura Hufford's Primary Practice

    1111 Duff Ave

    Ames, IA 50010

    (515) 239-2011

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

    Dr. Hufford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053339184.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hufford?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Hufford's specialty?

    Dr. Hufford is a Hospitalist near Ames, IA. 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. Contact Dr. Hufford to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laura Hufford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hufford is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Van Diest Medical Center, Childrens Nebraska. 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Laura Hufford accepting new patients in Ames, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Hufford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Hufford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hufford's office at (515) 239-2011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Hufford?

    Please contact Dr. Hufford's office at (515) 239-2011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Hufford have?

    Dr. Laura Hufford is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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