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Dr. Grace Hickam, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Richmond, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hickam, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Grace Hickam, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hickam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hickam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hickam’s office at (804) 828-0996.

    What languages does Dr. Hickam speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hickam typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hickam 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. Hickam. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hickam typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Grace Hickam may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hickam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hickam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 828-0996 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hickam accept in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Hickam in Richmond, VA 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)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Hickam's office located?

    Dr. Grace Hickam's Primary Practice

    1250 E Marshall St

    Richmond, VA 23298

    (804) 828-0996

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    Dr. Grace Hickam's Practice 2

    1755 N Mecklenburg Ave

    South Hill, VA 23970

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    Dr. Grace Hickam's Practice 3

    2495 Pocahontas Trl

    Quinton, VA 23141

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

    Dr. Hickam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386179893.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hickam?

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

    What is Dr. Grace Hickam's specialty?

    Dr. Hickam is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Richmond, VA.

    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 Dr. Grace Hickam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hickam is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, Bon Secours St. Mary's 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Grace Hickam accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Grace Hickam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Grace Hickam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hickam's office at (804) 828-0996 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Grace Hickam?

    Please contact Dr. Hickam's office at (804) 828-0996 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hickam's office located?

    Dr. Hickam's offices are located in Richmond, VA, South Hill, VA, and Quinton, VA.