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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bretz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Renton, WA?
Dr. Stephen Bretz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Renton, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bretz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bretz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bretz’s office at (425) 251-3440.
What languages does Dr. Bretz speak?
Dr. Bretz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bretz typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bretz 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. Bretz. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bretz typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Bretz may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Bretz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bretz accept my insurance?
Dr. Bretz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 251-3440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bretz accept in Renton, WA?
Dr. Bretz in Renton, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bretz's office located?
What is Dr. Bretz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bretz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174581573.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bretz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bretz
What is Dr. Stephen Bretz's specialty?
Dr. Bretz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Renton, WA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Stephen Bretz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bretz is affiliated with Swedish Issaquah Campus, Swedish First Hill Campus, Providence Regional Medical Center Everett, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Bretz accepting new patients in Renton, WA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Bretz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Bretz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bretz's office at (425) 251-3440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Bretz?
Please contact Dr. Bretz's office at (425) 251-3440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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