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Dr. Joel Hamm, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lexington, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hamm, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Joel Hamm, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hamm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamm’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamm’s office at (502) 875-5240.

    What languages does Dr. Hamm speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hamm typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hamm 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. Hamm. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Tooth Problems
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Dental Issues
    • Tooth Ailments
    • Oral Health Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hamm typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Hamm may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hamm accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hamm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 875-5240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hamm accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Hamm in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Hamm's office located?

    Dr. Joel Hamm's Primary Practice

    800 Rose St

    Lexington, KY 40536

    (502) 875-5240

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    Emergency Department

    1210 KY Highway 36 E

    Cynthiana, KY 41031

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    Dr. Joel Hamm's Practice 3

    299 Kings Daughters Dr

    Frankfort, KY 40601

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

    Dr. Hamm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861758112.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamm?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Hamm's specialty?

    Dr. Hamm is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lexington, KY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Joel Hamm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hamm is affiliated with Saint Joseph London, Meadowview Regional Medical Center, Baptist Health Corbin, Uk King's Daughters Medical Center, Clark Regional 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an 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. Joel Hamm accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Hamm is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Hamm offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hamm's office at (502) 875-5240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Hamm?

    Please contact Dr. Hamm's office at (502) 875-5240 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hamm's office located?

    Dr. Hamm's offices are located in Lexington, KY, Cynthiana, KY, and Frankfort, KY.