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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pfitzer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Guntersville, AL?
Dr. Scott Pfitzer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Guntersville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pfitzer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pfitzer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pfitzer’s office at (205) 571-8000.
Is Dr. Pfitzer board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Pfitzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pfitzer speak?
Dr. Pfitzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pfitzer typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pfitzer 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. Pfitzer. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- 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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pfitzer typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Pfitzer 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. Pfitzer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pfitzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Pfitzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 571-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pfitzer accept in Guntersville, AL?
Dr. Pfitzer in Guntersville, AL 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 of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Selman and company
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pfitzer's office located?
Dr. Scott Pfitzer's Primary Practice
8000 AL Highway 69
Guntersville, AL 35976
(205) 571-8000
What is Dr. Pfitzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pfitzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326209685.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pfitzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pfitzer
What is Dr. Scott Pfitzer's specialty?
Dr. Pfitzer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Guntersville, AL.
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. Scott Pfitzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pfitzer is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital, Crestwood 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Scott Pfitzer accepting new patients in Guntersville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Scott Pfitzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Pfitzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pfitzer's office at (205) 571-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Pfitzer?
Please contact Dr. Pfitzer's office at (205) 571-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Pfitzer have?
Dr. Scott Pfitzer is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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