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Dr. Douglas Hempel, MD

Dr. Douglas Hempel, MD

Rheumatologist

Brookfield, WI

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hempel, Rheumatologist in Brookfield, WI?

    Dr. Douglas Hempel, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Brookfield, WI. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Hempel graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at Med College Wi Affil Hosps. Dr. Hempel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hempel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hempel’s office at (262) 785-0777.

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

    • Fellowship: Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

    • Residency: Med College Wi Affil Hosps | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program

    • Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin

    What languages does Dr. Hempel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Hempel typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Hempel 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. Hempel. 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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Other Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Atypical psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis-related joint condition
    • Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Abnormal Immune System Marker
    • Abnormal immune test
    • Unexplained immune finding
    • Unspecified immunological finding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R769: Abnormal immunological finding in serum, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica
    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
    • PMR
    • Inflammatory Rheumatism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica

    Also known as:

    • Inflammatory Arthritis
    • Arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease
    • Polyarthritis
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Hempel typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Hempel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hempel. 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:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Hempel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hempel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (262) 785-0777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hempel accept in Brookfield, WI?

    Dr. Hempel in Brookfield, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • Quartz Health Solutions

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hempel's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Hempel's Primary Practice

    601 N Barker Rd Ste 110

    Brookfield, WI 53045

    (262) 785-0777

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

    Dr. Hempel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164423844.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hempel?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Hempel's specialty?

    Dr. Hempel is a Rheumatologist near Brookfield, WI.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Douglas Hempel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hempel is affiliated with Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Prohealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, Fort Memorial Hospital, Aurora St Luke's Medical Center - Milwaukee, Froedtert Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Douglas Hempel accepting new patients in Brookfield, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Hempel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Hempel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hempel's office at (262) 785-0777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Hempel?

    Please contact Dr. Hempel's office at (262) 785-0777 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hempel's office located?

    Dr. Hempel's office is located in Brookfield, WI.