25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Latzka, Family Medicine Specialist in Spartanburg, SC?
Dr. Michael Latzka, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Spartanburg, SC. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Latzka graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda and completed his residency at Martin Army Comm Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Latzka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Latzka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Latzka’s office at (864) 574-0070.
Where did Dr. Latzka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Martin Army Comm Hosp, Family Medicine | Martin Army Community Hospital
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda | Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine
Is Dr. Latzka board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Latzka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Latzka speak?
Dr. Latzka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Latzka typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Latzka 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. Latzka. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Latzka typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Latzka performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Latzka. 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:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint Aspiration
- Finger Joint Injection
- Toe Joint Injection
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Injection
- Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
- Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
- Wrist pain injection
- Carpal tunnel syndrome injection
CPT Codes:
- 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
CPT Codes:
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Does Dr. Latzka accept my insurance?
Dr. Latzka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 574-0070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Latzka accept in Spartanburg, SC?
Dr. Latzka in Spartanburg, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Latzka's office located?
What is Dr. Latzka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Latzka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538127543.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Latzka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Latzka
What is Dr. Michael Latzka's specialty?
Dr. Latzka is a Family Medicine Specialist near Spartanburg, SC.
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. Michael Latzka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Latzka is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Pelham Medical Center, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial 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 Michael Latzka accepting new patients in Spartanburg, SC?
Yes, Dr. Michael Latzka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Latzka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Latzka's office at (864) 574-0070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Latzka?
Please contact Dr. Latzka's office at (864) 574-0070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Latzka have?
Dr. Michael Latzka is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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