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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hughes, Family Medicine Specialist in Aitkin, MN?
Dr. Donald Hughes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Aitkin, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Hughes graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Family Medicine. Dr. Hughes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hughes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hughes’s office at (218) 927-2157.
Where did Dr. Hughes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Family Medicine | University Ia Hospital and Clins | University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
Is Dr. Hughes board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Donald Hughes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hughes speak?
Dr. Hughes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hughes typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hughes typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Hughes may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Hughes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hughes accept my insurance?
Dr. Hughes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 927-2157 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hughes accept in Aitkin, MN?
Dr. Hughes in Aitkin, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
HealthPartners
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?
What is Dr. Hughes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487622460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hughes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hughes
What is Dr. Donald Hughes's specialty?
Dr. Hughes is a Family Medicine Specialist near Aitkin, MN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Donald Hughes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hughes is affiliated with Dhr Health, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Abbott Northwestern 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Donald Hughes accepting new patients in Aitkin, MN?
Yes, Dr. Donald Hughes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Hughes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hughes's office at (218) 927-2157 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Hughes?
Please contact Dr. Hughes's office at (218) 927-2157 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Hughes have?
Dr. Donald Hughes is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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