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Who is Dr. Schlitzkus, Critical Care Surgeon in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Lisa Schlitzkus is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Schlitzkus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schlitzkus’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schlitzkus’s office.
What languages does Dr. Schlitzkus speak?
Dr. Schlitzkus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Schlitzkus typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Schlitzkus 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. Schlitzkus. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Schlitzkus typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Lisa Schlitzkus may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Schlitzkus' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schlitzkus accept my insurance?
Dr. Schlitzkus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schlitzkus accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Schlitzkus in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schlitzkus' office located?
What is Dr. Schlitzkus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schlitzkus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053503599.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schlitzkus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schlitzkus
What is Dr. Lisa Schlitzkus's specialty?
Dr. Schlitzkus is a Critical Care Surgeon near Colorado Springs, CO.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Lisa Schlitzkus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Schlitzkus is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uchealth Memorial Hospital Central, Uchealth Memorial Hospital North. 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
When to see a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lisa Schlitzkus accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. Lisa Schlitzkus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lisa Schlitzkus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schlitzkus's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lisa Schlitzkus?
Please contact Dr. Schlitzkus's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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2550 Tenderfoot Hill St
Colorado Springs, CO 80906