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Dr. Philip Hewes, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Worcester, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hewes, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Worcester, MA?

    Dr. Philip Hewes, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hewes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hewes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hewes’s office at (508) 334-4830.

    What languages does Dr. Hewes speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mild to Moderate Depressed Bipolar Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Bipolar depression
    • Manic-depressive illness, depressed phase
    • Depressive episode of bipolar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3130: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severity, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Hewes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hewes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 334-4830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hewes accept in Worcester, MA?

    Dr. Hewes in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Massachusetts

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    Where is Dr. Hewes' office located?

    Dr. Philip Hewes' Primary Practice

    281 Lincoln St

    Worcester, MA 01605

    (508) 334-4830

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    Dr. Philip Hewes' Practice 2

    55 Lake Ave N

    Worcester, MA 01655

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

    Dr. Hewes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780078329.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hewes?

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

    What is Dr. Philip Hewes's specialty?

    Dr. Hewes is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Worcester, MA.

    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. Philip Hewes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hewes is affiliated with Umass Memorial 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

    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. Philip Hewes accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Hewes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Hewes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hewes' office at (508) 334-4830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Philip Hewes?

    Please contact Dr. Hewes' office at (508) 334-4830 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hewes' office located?

    Dr. Hewes' office is located in Worcester, MA.