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Dr. Alex Pittman, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Grayling, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pittman, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Grayling, MI?

    Dr. Alex Pittman, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grayling, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pittman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pittman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pittman’s office at (616) 252-7200.

    What languages does Dr. Pittman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pittman typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pittman 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. Pittman. 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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pittman typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alex Pittman may include:

    Please contact Dr. Pittman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Pittman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pittman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 252-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pittman accept in Grayling, MI?

    Dr. Pittman in Grayling, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthRight Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Providence Health & Services

    • Samaritan Health Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pittman's office located?

    Dr. Alex Pittman's Primary Practice

    1100 E Michigan Ave

    Grayling, MI 49738

    (616) 252-7200

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    Dr. Alex Pittman's Practice 2

    400 Hobart St

    Cadillac, MI 49601

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

    Dr. Pittman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275116733.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pittman?

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

    What is Dr. Alex Pittman's specialty?

    Dr. Pittman is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Grayling, MI.

    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 Dr. Alex Pittman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pittman is affiliated with Samaritan Albany General Hospital, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Salem Hospital - Salem, Or, Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend, Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Alex Pittman accepting new patients in Grayling, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Alex Pittman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alex Pittman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pittman's office at (616) 252-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alex Pittman?

    Please contact Dr. Pittman's office at (616) 252-7200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pittman's office located?

    Dr. Pittman's offices are located in Grayling, MI and Cadillac, MI.