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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vanderwerff, Critical Care Internist in Gresham, OR?
Dr. Laura Vanderwerff, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Gresham, OR with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Vanderwerff graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine. Dr. Vanderwerff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanderwerff’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanderwerff’s office at (503) 413-8407.
Where did Dr. Vanderwerff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Is Dr. Vanderwerff board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Laura Vanderwerff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vanderwerff speak?
Dr. Vanderwerff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Vanderwerff typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Vanderwerff 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. Vanderwerff. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Vanderwerff typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Vanderwerff may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Vanderwerff's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vanderwerff accept my insurance?
Dr. Vanderwerff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 413-8407 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vanderwerff accept in Gresham, OR?
Dr. Vanderwerff in Gresham, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
State of Oregon
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Where is Dr. Vanderwerff's office located?
Dr. Laura Vanderwerff's Primary Practice
24800 SE Stark St
Gresham, OR 97030
(503) 413-8407
What is Dr. Vanderwerff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vanderwerff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255360350.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanderwerff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanderwerff
What is Dr. Laura Vanderwerff's specialty?
Dr. Vanderwerff is a Critical Care Internist near Gresham, OR.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Laura Vanderwerff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vanderwerff is affiliated with Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care 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 Laura Vanderwerff accepting new patients in Gresham, OR?
Yes, Dr. Laura Vanderwerff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Vanderwerff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vanderwerff's office at (503) 413-8407 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Vanderwerff?
Please contact Dr. Vanderwerff's office at (503) 413-8407 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Vanderwerff have?
Dr. Laura Vanderwerff is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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