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Dr. Laura Shoemaker, DO

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Cleveland, OH

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shoemaker, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Laura Shoemaker, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Shoemaker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shoemaker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shoemaker’s office at (216) 444-5193.

    Is Dr. Shoemaker board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Shoemaker, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shoemaker speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Shoemaker 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. Shoemaker. 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:

    • 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:

    • Nausea
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick to Stomach
    • Queasiness
    • Upset Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R110: Nausea

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble Sleeping
    • Psychophysiologic Insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F5104: Psychophysiologic insomnia

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Nerve Damage
    • Drug Reactions
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Medication-Induced Neuropathy
    • Toxic Neuropathy
    • Drug-Related Nerve Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G620: Drug-induced polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Adjustment Disorder with Anxiety
    • Mental Disorder
    • Stress-Related Anxiety
    • Anxiety from Life Changes
    • Situational Anxiety

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4322: Adjustment disorder with anxiety

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

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Shoemaker may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shoemaker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shoemaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-5193 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shoemaker accept in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Shoemaker in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shoemaker's office located?

    Dr. Laura Shoemaker's Primary Practice

    9500 Euclid Ave

    Cleveland, OH 44195

    (216) 444-5193

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

    Dr. Shoemaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689684789.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shoemaker?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Shoemaker's specialty?

    Dr. Shoemaker is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Cleveland, OH.

    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 Dr. Laura Shoemaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shoemaker is affiliated with Hillcrest Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Marymount 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Laura Shoemaker accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Shoemaker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Shoemaker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shoemaker's office at (216) 444-5193 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Shoemaker?

    Please contact Dr. Shoemaker's office at (216) 444-5193 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shoemaker's office located?

    Dr. Shoemaker's office is located in Cleveland, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Shoemaker have?

    Dr. Laura Shoemaker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.