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Dr. Erin Bakanas, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
,Internist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
Saint Louis, MO
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Bakanas, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Erin Bakanas, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bakanas graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine and completed her residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bakanas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bakanas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bakanas’s office at (314) 362-1700.
Where did Dr. Bakanas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Internal Medicine | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct | University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bakanas board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Erin Bakanas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bakanas speak?
Dr. Bakanas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bakanas treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Bakanas 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. Bakanas. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Which procedures does Dr. Bakanas perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Erin Bakanas may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bakanas' office.
Does Dr. Bakanas accept my insurance?
Dr. Bakanas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bakanas accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Bakanas in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bakanas' office located?
Dr. Erin Bakanas' Primary Practice
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(314) 362-1700
What is Dr. Bakanas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bakanas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043229974.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bakanas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bakanas
What is Dr. Erin Bakanas's specialty?
Dr. Bakanas is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Saint Louis, MO. 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. Contact Dr. Bakanas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Erin Bakanas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bakanas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Erin Bakanas accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Erin Bakanas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erin Bakanas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bakanas's office at (314) 362-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erin Bakanas?
Please contact Dr. Bakanas's office at (314) 362-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Erin Bakanas have?
Dr. Erin Bakanas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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