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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hounshell, Internist in Lansing, MI?
Dr. Whitney Hounshell, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lansing, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hounshell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hounshell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hounshell’s office at (517) 374-7600.
Is Dr. Hounshell board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Whitney Hounshell, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hounshell speak?
Dr. Hounshell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hounshell treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Hounshell 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. Hounshell. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypertensive Urgency
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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
Which procedures does Dr. Hounshell perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Whitney Hounshell may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hounshell's office.
Does Dr. Hounshell accept my insurance?
Dr. Hounshell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 374-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hounshell accept in Lansing, MI?
Dr. Hounshell in Lansing, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Care Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
GlobalHealth
Humana
Medicare
Meridian Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hounshell's office located?
Dr. Whitney Hounshell's Primary Practice
3955 Patient Care Dr
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 374-7600
What is Dr. Hounshell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hounshell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366648842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hounshell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hounshell
What is Dr. Whitney Hounshell's specialty?
Dr. Hounshell is a Internist near Lansing, MI.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Hounshell to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Whitney Hounshell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hounshell is affiliated with Ascension St. John 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Whitney Hounshell accepting new patients in Lansing, MI?
Yes, Dr. Whitney Hounshell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Whitney Hounshell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hounshell's office at (517) 374-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Whitney Hounshell?
Please contact Dr. Hounshell's office at (517) 374-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Whitney Hounshell have?
Dr. Whitney Hounshell is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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