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Who is Dr. Dickens, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Owensboro, KY?
Dr. Brett Dickens, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Owensboro, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dickens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dickens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dickens’s office at (270) 417-2000.
What languages does Dr. Dickens speak?
Dr. Dickens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dickens typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dickens 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. Dickens. 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other Administrative Medical Exams
- Miscellaneous administrative exams
- Various official health checks
- Other regulatory medical assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dickens typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brett Dickens may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Dickens' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dickens accept my insurance?
Dr. Dickens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 417-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dickens accept in Owensboro, KY?
Dr. Dickens in Owensboro, 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
Other Health Care Provider
State of Indiana
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dickens' office located?
Dr. Brett Dickens' Primary Practice
1201 Pleasant Valley Rd
Owensboro, KY 42303
(270) 417-2000
What is Dr. Dickens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dickens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871026492.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dickens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dickens
What is Dr. Brett Dickens's specialty?
Dr. Dickens is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Owensboro, 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 this Dr. Brett Dickens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dickens is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brett Dickens accepting new patients in Owensboro, KY?
Yes, Dr. Brett Dickens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Dickens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dickens's office at (270) 417-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Dickens?
Please contact Dr. Dickens's office at (270) 417-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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