Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hammer, Pediatrician in Union, MO?
Dr. Elizabeth Hammer, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Union, MO with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hammer completed her residency at Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics. Dr. Hammer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammer’s office at (636) 583-2946.
Where did Dr. Hammer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics | Children's Mercy Hospital Program
Is Dr. Hammer board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Hammer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Hammer speak?
Dr. Hammer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hammer typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Hammer 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. Hammer. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Health Checkup
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Specific Brain Birth Defects
- Brain Malformations
- Various Congenital Brain Abnormalities
- Rare Brain Malformations
- Specific Brain Development Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q048: Other specified congenital malformations of brain
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Left Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Left Middle Ear Infection
- Left Otitis Media
- Left Earache
ICD-10 Codes:
- H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hammer typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Hammer may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Hammer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hammer accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (636) 583-2946 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammer accept in Union, MO?
Dr. Hammer in Union, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hammer's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Hammer's Primary Practice
1935 Prairie Dell Rd Ste 400
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-2946
What is Dr. Hammer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073540886.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammer
What is Dr. Elizabeth Hammer's specialty?
Dr. Hammer is a Pediatrician near Union, MO.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Hammer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hammer is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Washington 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Hammer accepting new patients in Union, MO?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Hammer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Hammer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammer's office at (636) 583-2946 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Hammer?
Please contact Dr. Hammer's office at (636) 583-2946 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Hammer have?
Dr. Elizabeth Hammer is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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