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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Becker, Hospitalist in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Dirk Becker, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Becker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Becker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Becker’s office at (614) 293-7499.
What languages does Dr. Becker speak?
Dr. Becker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Becker treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Becker 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. Becker. 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 Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Emergency
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Emergency
- Very High Blood Pressure Emergency
- Acute Hypertensive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I161: Hypertensive emergency
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Which procedures does Dr. Becker perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dirk Becker may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Becker's office.
Does Dr. Becker accept my insurance?
Dr. Becker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 293-7499 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Becker accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Becker in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Nevada
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Becker's office located?
What is Dr. Becker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Becker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447743463.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Becker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Becker
What is Dr. Dirk Becker's specialty?
Dr. Becker is a Hospitalist near Columbus, OH. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Becker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dirk Becker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Becker is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Knox Community Hospital, Ohio State The James Cancer Hospital, OhioHealth Grant Medical Center, Firelands Regional Medical Center, OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Dirk Becker accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. Dirk Becker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dirk Becker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Becker's office at (614) 293-7499 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dirk Becker?
Please contact Dr. Becker's office at (614) 293-7499 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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