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Who is Dr. Adam, Critical Care Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Laura Adam, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Adam completed her residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Family Practice/Psychiatry; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Psychiatry. Dr. Adam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adam’s office at (800) 353-2708.
Where did Dr. Adam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Family Practice/Psychiatry; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Psychiatry
Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo
What languages does Dr. Adam speak?
Dr. Adam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Adam treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Adam 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. Adam. 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
- Septic Shock
- Shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
Also known as:
- Shock
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Adam perform as a Critical Care Surgeon?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Laura Adam may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Adam's office.
Does Dr. Adam accept my insurance?
Dr. Adam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 353-2708 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Adam accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Adam in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Adam's office located?
What is Dr. Adam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Adam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396954657.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Adam
What is Dr. Laura Adam's specialty?
Dr. Adam is a Critical Care Surgeon near Saint Louis, MO. A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Adam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laura Adam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Adam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mercy Hospital South. 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Surgeon?
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Is Laura Adam accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Laura Adam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Adam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Adam's office at (800) 353-2708 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Adam?
Please contact Dr. Adam's office at (800) 353-2708 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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