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Dr. Edward Dunn, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Thoracic Surgeon, Surgeon

Louisville, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dunn, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Edward Dunn, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY. Dr. Dunn completed his residency at Lsu Hosps. Dr. Dunn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dunn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dunn’s office at (502) 588-4600.

    Where did Dr. Dunn go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Lsu Hosps

    What languages does Dr. Dunn speak?

    Dr. Dunn 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. Dunn typically treat?

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

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Dunn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dunn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 588-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dunn accept in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Dunn in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicare

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dunn's office located?

    Dr. Edward Dunn's Primary Practice

    401 E Chestnut St Unit 310

    Louisville, KY 40202

    (502) 588-4600

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

    Dr. Dunn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720256332.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dunn?

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

    What is Dr. Edward Dunn's specialty?

    Dr. Dunn is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Louisville, KY.

    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. Edward Dunn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dunn is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Riverside Shore 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. Edward Dunn accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Dunn is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward Dunn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dunn's office at (502) 588-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edward Dunn?

    Please contact Dr. Dunn's office at (502) 588-4600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dunn's office located?

    Dr. Dunn's office is located in Louisville, KY.