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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hammer, Diagnostic Radiologist in South Weymouth, MA?
Dr. Mark Hammer, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in South Weymouth, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hammer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammer’s office.
What languages does Dr. Hammer speak?
Dr. Hammer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hammer treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Hammer 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. Hammer. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
- Pneumothorax
- Air in Chest Cavity
- Lung Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
- J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Other Pleural Condition
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
- Rare Pleural Diseases
- Uncommon Lung Lining Problems
- Specific Pleural Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
- J948: Other specified pleural conditions
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Chronic Pulmonary Edema
- Lung Disease
- Long-term Fluid in Lungs
- Persistent Lung Congestion
- Chronic Lung Fluid Buildup
ICD-10 Codes:
- J811: Chronic pulmonary edema
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Respiratory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Lung surgery aftercare
- Breathing system recovery
- Respiratory post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48813: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the respiratory system
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Which procedures does Dr. Hammer perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mark Hammer may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hammer's office.
Does Dr. Hammer accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammer accept in South Weymouth, MA?
Dr. Hammer in South Weymouth, 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 Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Independent Health
Medicare
Molina
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Where is Dr. Hammer's office located?
What is Dr. Hammer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578884003.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammer
What is Dr. Mark Hammer's specialty?
Dr. Hammer is a Diagnostic Radiologist near South Weymouth, MA. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Hammer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mark Hammer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hammer is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, Brigham And Women's Faulkner 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 Mark Hammer accepting new patients in South Weymouth, MA?
Yes, Dr. Mark Hammer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Hammer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Hammer?
Please contact Dr. Hammer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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