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Dr. Bethany Calkins, MD
Cheektowaga, NY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Calkins, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Cheektowaga, NY?
Dr. Bethany Calkins, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cheektowaga, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Calkins graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed her residency at University of Rochester/Highland Hospital of Rochester Program. Dr. Calkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Calkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Calkins’s office at (716) 686-1900.
Where did Dr. Calkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Rochester/Highland Hospital of Rochester Program
Medical School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences | UB School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Calkins speak?
Dr. Calkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Calkins typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Calkins 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. Calkins. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Calkins typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bethany Calkins may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Calkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Calkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Calkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 686-1900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Calkins accept in Cheektowaga, NY?
Dr. Calkins in Cheektowaga, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Independent Health Association
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Calkins' office located?
Dr. Bethany Calkins' Primary Practice
225 Como Park Blvd
Cheektowaga, NY 14227
(716) 686-1900
What is Dr. Calkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Calkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982815197.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Calkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Calkins
What is Dr. Bethany Calkins's specialty?
Dr. Calkins is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Cheektowaga, NY.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Bethany Calkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Calkins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bethany Calkins accepting new patients in Cheektowaga, NY?
Yes, Dr. Bethany Calkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bethany Calkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Calkins's office at (716) 686-1900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bethany Calkins?
Please contact Dr. Calkins's office at (716) 686-1900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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