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Dr. Andrew Wenger, DO
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
Tucson, AZ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wenger, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Andrew Wenger, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wenger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wenger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wenger’s office at (928) 773-2249.
What languages does Dr. Wenger speak?
Dr. Wenger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wenger treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wenger 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. Wenger. 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 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:
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Wenger perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Andrew Wenger may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wenger's office.
Does Dr. Wenger accept my insurance?
Dr. Wenger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (928) 773-2249 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wenger accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Wenger in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Banner Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Wenger's office located?
What is Dr. Wenger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wenger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336677566.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wenger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wenger
What is Dr. Andrew Wenger's specialty?
Dr. Wenger is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tucson, AZ. An Emergency Medicine Physician who possesses advanced knowledge and skills in preventing and alleviating the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist collaborates with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to enhance quality of life while addressing not only physical symptoms but also the psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families. This specialist provides a complete care throughout the disease's progression, the dying process, and offer support to the family afterward. They excel in assessing the patients with advanced illness, managing distressing symptoms, coordinating interdisciplinary, patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing the care of imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical considerations in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Wenger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew Wenger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wenger is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center 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
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Is Andrew Wenger accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Wenger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Wenger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wenger's office at (928) 773-2249 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Wenger?
Please contact Dr. Wenger's office at (928) 773-2249 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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