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Dr. Andrew Kamell, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist

Rancho Mirage, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kamell, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Andrew Kamell, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kamell completed his residency at Lancaster General Hospital. Dr. Kamell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kamell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kamell’s office at (760) 674-3620.

    Where did Dr. Kamell go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Lancaster General Hospital

    Is Dr. Kamell board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Kamell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kamell speak?

    Dr. Kamell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kamell typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kamell 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. Kamell. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Cancer of the pancreas
    • Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
    • Pancreatic adenocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kamell typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Kamell may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kamell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kamell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kamell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 674-3620 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kamell accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Kamell in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Commercial

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kamell's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Kamell's Primary Practice

    39950 Vista del Sol

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

    (760) 674-3620

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    Dr. Andrew Kamell's Practice 2

    39000 Bob Hope Dr

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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    What is Dr. Kamell's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kamell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366406027.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kamell?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kamell

    What is Dr. Andrew Kamell's specialty?

    Dr. Kamell is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Rancho Mirage, CA.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?

    A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Andrew Kamell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kamell is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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 Dr. Andrew Kamell accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Kamell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Kamell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kamell's office at (760) 674-3620 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Kamell?

    Please contact Dr. Kamell's office at (760) 674-3620 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kamell's office located?

    Dr. Kamell's office is located in Rancho Mirage, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Kamell have?

    Dr. Andrew Kamell is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.