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Dr. Temu Brown, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Glenview, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brown, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Glenview, IL?

    Dr. Temu Brown, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Glenview, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (262) 896-8173.

    What languages does Dr. Brown speak?

    Dr. Brown 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. Brown typically treat?

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

    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (262) 896-8173 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Glenview, IL?

    Dr. Brown in Glenview, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Temu Brown's Primary Practice

    2180 Pfingsten Rd Fl 1

    Glenview, IL 60026

    (262) 896-8173

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    Dr. Temu Brown's Practice 2

    515 W Moreland Blvd

    Waukesha, WI 53188

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    Dr. Temu Brown's Practice 3

    5900 S Lake Dr

    Cudahy, WI 53110

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

    Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205179348.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?

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

    What is Dr. Temu Brown's specialty?

    Dr. Brown is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Glenview, IL.

    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. Temu Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Prohealth Waukesha Memorial 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

    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. Temu Brown accepting new patients in Glenview, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Temu Brown is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Temu Brown offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (262) 896-8173 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Temu Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (262) 896-8173 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Brown's offices are located in Glenview, IL, Waukesha, WI, and Cudahy, WI.