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Who is Dr. Fickenscher, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Overland Park, KS?
Dr. Derek Fickenscher, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Overland Park, KS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fickenscher graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ia Lutheran Hosp. Dr. Fickenscher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fickenscher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fickenscher’s office at (913) 299-3700.
Where did Dr. Fickenscher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ia Lutheran Hosp
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fickenscher speak?
Dr. Fickenscher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fickenscher treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fickenscher 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. Fickenscher. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Middle Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
Also known as:
- Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
- Lung Disease
- Lung infection
- Chest infection
- Acute respiratory infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J22: Unspecified acute lower respiratory infection
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Tonsillitis
- Inflamed Tonsils
- Tonsil Infection
- Sore Tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Eye Infection
- Sore Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
Which procedures does Dr. Fickenscher perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Fickenscher may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fickenscher's office.
Does Dr. Fickenscher accept my insurance?
Dr. Fickenscher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (913) 299-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fickenscher accept in Overland Park, KS?
Dr. Fickenscher in Overland Park, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Fickenscher's office located?
Dr. Derek Fickenscher's Primary Practice
6700 College Blvd
Overland Park, KS 66211
(913) 299-3700
What is Dr. Fickenscher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fickenscher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477510030.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fickenscher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fickenscher
What is Dr. Derek Fickenscher's specialty?
Dr. Fickenscher is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Overland Park, KS. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Fickenscher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Derek Fickenscher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fickenscher 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
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Is Derek Fickenscher accepting new patients in Overland Park, KS?
Yes, Dr. Derek Fickenscher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Fickenscher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fickenscher's office at (913) 299-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Fickenscher?
Please contact Dr. Fickenscher's office at (913) 299-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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