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Dr. Richard Wurtz, MD

Dr. Richard Wurtz, MD

Lincoln, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wurtz, Family Medicine Specialist in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Richard Wurtz, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lincoln, NE. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Wurtz completed his residency at St Anthony Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Wurtz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wurtz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wurtz’s office at (402) 484-8383.

    Where did Dr. Wurtz go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: St Anthony Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks

    Is Dr. Wurtz board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Wurtz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wurtz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wurtz treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wurtz 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. Wurtz. 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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Routine pregnancy check-ups
    • Standard antenatal care
    • Normal pregnancy supervision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3480: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, unspecified trimester

    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. Wurtz perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Wurtz may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wurtz's office.

    Does Dr. Wurtz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wurtz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 484-8383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wurtz accept in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Wurtz in Lincoln, NE 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

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    Where is Dr. Wurtz's office located?

    Dr. Richard Wurtz's Primary Practice

    7121 Stephanie Ln Ste 105

    Lincoln, NE 68516

    (402) 484-8383

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

    Dr. Wurtz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821000233.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wurtz?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Wurtz's specialty?

    Dr. Wurtz is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lincoln, NE. 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. Contact Dr. Wurtz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Wurtz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wurtz is affiliated with Bryan East Campus, Chi Health St. Elizabeth Regional Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Richard Wurtz accepting new patients in Lincoln, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Wurtz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Wurtz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wurtz's office at (402) 484-8383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Wurtz?

    Please contact Dr. Wurtz's office at (402) 484-8383 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Wurtz have?

    Dr. Richard Wurtz is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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