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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. Dr. Hippensteel is currently affiliated with Childrens Hospital Colorado. Dr. Hippensteel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hippensteel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente 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 a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Hippensteel typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Hippensteel typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Hippensteel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
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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.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joseph Hippensteel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hippensteel is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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
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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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