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Dr. Cheryl Macdonald, MD

Dr. Cheryl Macdonald, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Saint Joseph, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Macdonald, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Saint Joseph, MI?

    Dr. Cheryl Macdonald, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Joseph, MI. She is board certified. Dr. Macdonald completed her residency at St Josephs Med Ctr. Dr. Macdonald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Macdonald’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Macdonald’s office at (269) 429-7100.

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

    • Residency: St Josephs Med Ctr

    Is Dr. Macdonald board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Cheryl Macdonald, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Macdonald speak?

    Dr. Macdonald 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. Macdonald typically treat?

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

    • Problems with Planning and Decision-Making After Stroke
    • Brain Disease
    • Executive dysfunction after stroke
    • Frontal lobe damage from stroke
    • Cognitive issues after stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69914: Frontal lobe and executive function deficit following unspecified cerebrovascular disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Executive Function Problems
    • Stroke
    • Frontal Lobe Damage
    • Difficulty with Planning
    • Cognitive Problems after Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69314: Frontal lobe and executive function deficit following cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Macdonald accept my insurance?

    Dr. Macdonald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 429-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Macdonald accept in Saint Joseph, MI?

    Dr. Macdonald in Saint Joseph, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Cigna Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • PacificSource

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    Where is Dr. Macdonald's office located?

    Dr. Cheryl Macdonald's Primary Practice

    4025 Health Park Ln

    Saint Joseph, MI 49085

    (269) 429-7100

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    What hospitals are Dr. Macdonald affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Macdonald has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    West Valley Hospital,Dallas, OR
    Legacy Silverton Medical Center,Silverton, OR

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

    Dr. Macdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154361137.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Macdonald?

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

    What is Dr. Cheryl Macdonald's specialty?

    Dr. Macdonald is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Saint Joseph, MI.

    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. Cheryl Macdonald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Macdonald is affiliated with Salem Hospital - Salem, Or, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center 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

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    Is Dr. Cheryl Macdonald accepting new patients in Saint Joseph, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Cheryl Macdonald is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cheryl Macdonald offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Macdonald's office at (269) 429-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cheryl Macdonald?

    Please contact Dr. Macdonald's office at (269) 429-7100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Macdonald's office located?

    Dr. Macdonald's office is located in Saint Joseph, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Cheryl Macdonald have?

    Dr. Cheryl Macdonald is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.