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Who is Dr. Hammonds, Rheumatologist in Benton, KY?
Dr. Cara Hammonds, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Benton, KY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hammonds is fluent in English, Afrikaans, Bengali, Chinese, Czech, French, German, Gujarati, Haitian; Haitian Creole, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Lao, Malayalam, Persian, Polish, Russian, Slavic languages, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammonds’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammonds’s office at (270) 527-2411.
Is Dr. Hammonds board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Cara Hammonds, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hammonds speak?
Dr. Hammonds and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Afrikaans
Bengali
Chinese
Czech
English
French
German
Gujarati
Haitian; Haitian Creole
Hebrew
Hindi
Hungarian
Lao
Malayalam
Persian
Polish
Russian
Slavic languages
Spanish
Swedish
Thai
Turkish
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Hammonds typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Hammonds 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. Hammonds. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Hammonds typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Cara Hammonds may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Hammonds' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hammonds accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammonds accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 527-2411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammonds accept in Benton, KY?
Dr. Hammonds in Benton, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hammonds' office located?
What is Dr. Hammonds's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammonds's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841401494.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammonds?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammonds
What is Dr. Cara Hammonds's specialty?
Dr. Hammonds is a Rheumatologist near Benton, KY.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Cara Hammonds affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hammonds is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah, Mercy Health - Lourdes 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
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Is Cara Hammonds accepting new patients in Benton, KY?
Yes, Dr. Cara Hammonds is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cara Hammonds offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammonds's office at (270) 527-2411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cara Hammonds?
Please contact Dr. Hammonds's office at (270) 527-2411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cara Hammonds have?
Dr. Cara Hammonds is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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