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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Postlewait, Internist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Robert Postlewait, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Postlewait graduated from St. Matthew's University School of Medicine (Grand Cayman). Dr. Postlewait is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Postlewait’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Postlewait’s office.
Where did Dr. Postlewait go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: St. Matthew's University School of Medicine (Grand Cayman)
What languages does Dr. Postlewait speak?
Dr. Postlewait and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Postlewait typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Postlewait 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. Postlewait. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Proximal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Postlewait typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Postlewait may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Postlewait's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Postlewait accept my insurance?
Dr. Postlewait 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. Postlewait accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Postlewait in Austin, TX 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Postlewait's office located?
Dr. Robert Postlewait's Practice 2
912 S Capital of Texas Hwy Ste 100
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
What is Dr. Postlewait's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Postlewait's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396907366.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Postlewait?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Postlewait
What is Dr. Robert Postlewait's specialty?
Dr. Postlewait is a Internist near Austin, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Robert Postlewait affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Postlewait is affiliated with Heart Hospital Of Austin which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Postlewait accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Robert Postlewait is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Postlewait offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Postlewait's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Postlewait?
Please contact Dr. Postlewait's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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