Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saggar, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Madison, WI?
Dr. Shagun Saggar, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Saggar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saggar’s office at (608) 410-2700.
Is Dr. Saggar board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shagun Saggar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Saggar speak?
Dr. Saggar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Saggar typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Saggar 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. Saggar. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Saggar typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shagun Saggar may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Saggar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Saggar accept my insurance?
Dr. Saggar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 410-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saggar accept in Madison, WI?
Dr. Saggar in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medica Group
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Saggar's office located?
Dr. Shagun Saggar's Primary Practice
1200 John Q Hammons Dr Ste 400
Madison, WI 53717
(608) 410-2700
What is Dr. Saggar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saggar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235105750.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saggar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saggar
What is Dr. Shagun Saggar's specialty?
Dr. Saggar is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Madison, WI.
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. Shagun Saggar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saggar is affiliated with Fort Memorial Hospital 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 Shagun Saggar accepting new patients in Madison, WI?
Yes, Dr. Shagun Saggar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shagun Saggar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saggar's office at (608) 410-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shagun Saggar?
Please contact Dr. Saggar's office at (608) 410-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shagun Saggar have?
Dr. Shagun Saggar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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