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Dr. Michelle Issac, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Issac, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Michelle Issac, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. Dr. Issac is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Issac’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Issac’s office at (786) 596-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Issac speak?

    Dr. Issac and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Issac typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Issac 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. Issac. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Endometrial Cancer
    • Uterine Cancer
    • Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Malignant Endometrial Tumor
    • Endometrial Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the Endometrium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Issac typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michelle Issac may include:

    Please contact Dr. Issac's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Issac accept my insurance?

    Dr. Issac accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 596-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Issac accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Issac in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sentara Health

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    Where is Dr. Issac's office located?

    Miami Cancer Institute

    8900 N Kendall Dr

    Miami, FL 33176

    (786) 596-2000

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    What is Dr. Issac's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Issac's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326493263.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Issac?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Issac

    What is Dr. Michelle Issac's specialty?

    Dr. Issac is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Miami, FL.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Michelle Issac affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Issac is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Michelle Issac accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Michelle Issac is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michelle Issac offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Issac's office at (786) 596-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michelle Issac?

    Please contact Dr. Issac's office at (786) 596-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Issac's office located?

    Dr. Issac's office is located in Miami, FL.