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Dr. Francis Cavanaugh, MD

Hilo, HI

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Cavanaugh, Internist in Hilo, HI?

    Dr. Francis Cavanaugh, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hilo, HI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cavanaugh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cavanaugh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cavanaugh’s office at (808) 731-4949.

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

      Is Dr. Cavanaugh board certified in Internist?

      Yes, Dr. Francis Cavanaugh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Cavanaugh speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Cavanaugh treat?

      As a Internist, Dr. Cavanaugh 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. Cavanaugh. 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:

      • High Blood Pressure
      • Hypertension
      • Primary Hypertension
      • Essential Hypertension

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

      Also known as:

      • Sepsis
      • Blood Poisoning
      • Septicemia
      • Systemic Bacterial Infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

      Also known as:

      • Other Health Condition
      • Unspecified Health Issue
      • General Health Concern
      • Other Medical Condition

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z789: Other specified health status

      Also known as:

      • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
      • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
      • Respiratory Failure
      • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
      • Hypoxic respiratory failure
      • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
      • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
      • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
      • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
      • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

      Also known as:

      • High Cholesterol
      • Cholesterol
      • Triglycerides
      • Hyperlipidemia
      • High lipids
      • Dyslipidemia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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:

      • Acute Kidney Failure
      • Kidney Failure
      • Acute Renal Failure
      • Sudden Kidney Failure

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • History of Nicotine Dependence
      • E-Cigarettes
      • Smokeless Tobacco
      • Smoking
      • Past nicotine addiction
      • Previous smoking habit
      • History of tobacco use disorder

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

      Also known as:

      • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
      • Diabetes Type 2
      • Hyperglycemia
      • Type 2 diabetes
      • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
      • High Blood Glucose
      • High Sugar Levels

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

      Also known as:

      • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
      • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
      • GI Bleeding
      • Internal Digestive Bleeding
      • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
      • Health Checkup
      • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
      • Routine Checkup with Concerns
      • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

      Also known as:

      • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
      • Brain Disease
      • Brain disorder
      • Brain dysfunction
      • Encephalopathy

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Metabolic Brain Disorder
      • Brain Disease
      • Metabolic Encephalopathy
      • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

      Also known as:

      • Pneumonia
      • Lung Infection
      • Chest Infection
      • Pneumonitis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

      Also known as:

      • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
      • Heart Attack
      • Myocardial Infarction
      • Non-STEMI
      • Less Severe Heart Attack

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

      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:

      • Cellulitis
      • Bacterial Skin Infection
      • Leg Skin Infection
      • Spreading Skin Infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

      Also known as:

      • Overweight
      • Body Weight
      • High Body Mass Index
      • Excess Weight
      • Weight Management Issues

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult

      Also known as:

      • Ischemic Stroke
      • Brain Attack
      • Cerebral Infarction
      • Brain Ischemia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

      Which procedures does Dr. Cavanaugh perform as a Internist?

      As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Francis Cavanaugh may include:

      For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cavanaugh's office.

      Does Dr. Cavanaugh accept my insurance?

      Dr. Cavanaugh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 731-4949 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Cavanaugh accept in Hilo, HI?

      Dr. Cavanaugh in Hilo, HI 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 Hawaii (HMSA)

      • Conifer Health Solutions

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Devoted Health

      • Kaiser Permanente

      • Medicare

      • Mohawk Industries

      • StableView Health

      • State of Tennessee

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Cavanaugh's office located?

      Dr. Francis Cavanaugh's Primary Practice

      70 Olona St

      Hilo, HI 96720

      (808) 731-4949

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      Dr. Francis Cavanaugh's Practice 2

      1190 Waianuenue Ave

      Hilo, HI 96720

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      Dr. Francis Cavanaugh's Practice 3

      5140 Liberty Ave

      Pittsburgh, PA 15224

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

      Dr. Cavanaugh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033165998.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cavanaugh?

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

      What is Dr. Francis Cavanaugh's specialty?

      Dr. Cavanaugh is a Internist near Hilo, HI.

      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. Cavanaugh to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Francis Cavanaugh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      No, Cavanaugh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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?

      Explore Internist with 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 Francis Cavanaugh accepting new patients in Hilo, HI?

      Yes, Dr. Francis Cavanaugh is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Francis Cavanaugh offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Cavanaugh's office at (808) 731-4949 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Francis Cavanaugh?

      Please contact Dr. Cavanaugh's office at (808) 731-4949 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Cavanaugh have?

      Dr. Francis Cavanaugh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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