Dr. Frances Chames, MD

Caledonia, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Chames, Hospitalist in Caledonia, MI?

Dr. Frances Chames, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Caledonia, MI with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Chames graduated from Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine and completed her residency at Spectrum Hlth-Butterworth Camp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chames is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chames’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chames’s office at (616) 685-1835.

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

Residency: Spectrum Hlth-Butterworth Camp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine

Is Dr. Chames board certified as a Hospitalist?

Yes, Dr. Frances Chames, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Chames speak?

Dr. Chames and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chames typically treat?

As a Hospitalist, Dr. Chames 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. Chames. 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:

Sepsis
Blood Poisoning
Septicemia
Systemic Bacterial Infection

ICD-10 Codes:

A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

Also known as:

Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
Respiratory Failure
Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
Hypoxic respiratory failure
Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

ICD-10 Codes:

J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chames typically perform?

As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Frances Chames may include:

Hospital Visit

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

Does Dr. Chames accept my insurance?

Dr. Chames accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 685-1835 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Chames accept in Caledonia, MI?

Dr. Chames in Caledonia, MI 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
Medicare

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Where is Dr. Chames' office located?

Dr. Frances Chames' Primary Practice

10047 Crossroad Ct SE

Caledonia, MI 49316

(616) 685-1835

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6 South #626

200 Jefferson Ave SE

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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What hospitals are Dr. Chames affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Chames has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital,Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

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

Dr. Chames's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902858608.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chames?

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

What is Dr. Frances Chames's specialty?

Dr. Chames is a Hospitalist near Caledonia, MI.

What does a Hospitalist do?

Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

Is Dr. Frances Chames affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Chames is affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Rapids 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

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