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Dr. Adam Hockensmith, MD
Chicago, IL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hockensmith, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Adam Hockensmith, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hockensmith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hockensmith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hockensmith’s office at (855) 702-8222.
What languages does Dr. Hockensmith speak?
Dr. Hockensmith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hockensmith treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Hockensmith 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. Hockensmith. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hockensmith perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Adam Hockensmith may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hockensmith's office.
Does Dr. Hockensmith accept my insurance?
Dr. Hockensmith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 702-8222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hockensmith accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Hockensmith in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Hockensmith's office located?
Dr. Adam Hockensmith's Primary Practice
5841 S Maryland Ave Ste MC6098
Chicago, IL 60637
(855) 702-8222
What is Dr. Hockensmith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hockensmith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891226668.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hockensmith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hockensmith
What is Dr. Adam Hockensmith's specialty?
Dr. Hockensmith is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Chicago, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Hockensmith to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Adam Hockensmith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hockensmith is affiliated with A.o. Fox Hospital 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Adam Hockensmith accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Adam Hockensmith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adam Hockensmith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hockensmith's office at (855) 702-8222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adam Hockensmith?
Please contact Dr. Hockensmith's office at (855) 702-8222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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