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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hippensteel, Internist in Vincennes, IN?
Dr. Gerry Hippensteel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Vincennes, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hippensteel graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Vincent Hospital Program. Dr. Hippensteel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hippensteel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hippensteel’s office.
Where did Dr. Hippensteel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincent Hospital Program
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hippensteel speak?
Dr. Hippensteel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hippensteel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hippensteel 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. Hippensteel. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hippensteel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerry Hippensteel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Hippensteel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hippensteel accept my insurance?
Dr. Hippensteel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hippensteel accept in Vincennes, IN?
Dr. Hippensteel in Vincennes, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
United Mine Workers of America (UMWA)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hippensteel's office located?
What is Dr. Hippensteel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hippensteel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356319115.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hippensteel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hippensteel
What is Dr. Gerry Hippensteel's specialty?
Dr. Hippensteel is a Internist near Vincennes, IN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Gerry Hippensteel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hippensteel is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, Deaconess Midtown 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 Gerry Hippensteel accepting new patients in Vincennes, IN?
Yes, Dr. Gerry Hippensteel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerry Hippensteel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hippensteel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerry Hippensteel?
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