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Dr. Takeshi Uemura, MD
Astoria, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uemura, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Takeshi Uemura, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Astoria, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Uemura is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uemura’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uemura’s office at (410) 328-8040.
What languages does Dr. Uemura speak?
Dr. Uemura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Uemura treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Uemura 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. Uemura. 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:
- Pain
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Constipation
- Constipation
- Drug Reactions
- Medication-Caused Constipation
- Opioid-Induced Constipation
- Constipation from Drugs
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5903: Drug induced constipation
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Wasting Syndrome
- Malnutrition
- Cachexia
- Muscle Wasting
- Severe Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R64: Cachexia
Which procedures does Dr. Uemura perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Takeshi Uemura may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Uemura's office.
Does Dr. Uemura accept my insurance?
Dr. Uemura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-8040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uemura accept in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Uemura in Astoria, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
MetroPlus
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Uemura's office located?
What is Dr. Uemura's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uemura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417399379.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uemura?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uemura
What is Dr. Takeshi Uemura's specialty?
Dr. Uemura is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Astoria, NY. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Uemura to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Takeshi Uemura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uemura is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai West 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Takeshi Uemura accepting new patients in Astoria, NY?
Yes, Dr. Takeshi Uemura is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Takeshi Uemura offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uemura's office at (410) 328-8040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Takeshi Uemura?
Please contact Dr. Uemura's office at (410) 328-8040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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