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Who is Dr. Farmer, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Wailuku, HI?
Dr. Chad Farmer, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Wailuku, HI. Dr. Farmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farmer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farmer’s office at (808) 244-5555.
What languages does Dr. Farmer speak?
Dr. Farmer 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. Farmer typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Farmer 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. Farmer. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Farmer typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Chad Farmer may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Farmer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Farmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Farmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 244-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farmer accept in Wailuku, HI?
Dr. Farmer in Wailuku, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AlohaCare
Hawaii Medical Service Association
Kaiser Permanente
Quest
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Where is Dr. Farmer's office located?
What is Dr. Farmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336122076.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farmer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farmer
What is Dr. Chad Farmer's specialty?
Dr. Farmer is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Wailuku, HI.
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 this Dr. Chad Farmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farmer is affiliated with Pali Momi 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chad Farmer accepting new patients in Wailuku, HI?
Yes, Dr. Chad Farmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chad Farmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (808) 244-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chad Farmer?
Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (808) 244-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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