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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hippensteel, Critical Care Internist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Joseph Hippensteel is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hippensteel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hippensteel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hippensteel’s office.
What languages does Dr. Hippensteel speak?
Dr. Hippensteel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hippensteel treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Hippensteel 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. Hippensteel. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hippensteel perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Hippensteel may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hippensteel's office.
Does Dr. Hippensteel accept my insurance?
Dr. Hippensteel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hippensteel accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Hippensteel in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Denver Health Medical Plan
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Hippensteel's office located?
What is Dr. Hippensteel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hippensteel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720344971.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hippensteel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hippensteel
What is Dr. Joseph Hippensteel's specialty?
Dr. Hippensteel is a Critical Care Internist near Aurora, CO. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Hippensteel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Hippensteel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hippensteel is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Joseph Hippensteel accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Hippensteel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Hippensteel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hippensteel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Hippensteel?
Please contact Dr. Hippensteel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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