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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wachter, Internist in Idaho Falls, ID?
Dr. Susan Wachter, MD, PHD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Idaho Falls, ID with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wachter graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine. Dr. Wachter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wachter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wachter’s office.
Where did Dr. Wachter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Utah Sch of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wachter speak?
Dr. Wachter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Wachter typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Wachter 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. Wachter. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Wachter typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Susan Wachter 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. Wachter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wachter accept my insurance?
Dr. Wachter 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. Wachter accept in Idaho Falls, ID?
Dr. Wachter in Idaho Falls, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mountain Health CO-OP
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wachter's office located?
What is Dr. Wachter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wachter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740450014.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wachter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wachter
What is Dr. Susan Wachter's specialty?
Dr. Wachter is a Internist near Idaho Falls, ID.
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. Susan Wachter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wachter is affiliated with Mountain View Hospital - Idaho Falls, Id, Bingham Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Susan Wachter accepting new patients in Idaho Falls, ID?
Yes, Dr. Susan Wachter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susan Wachter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wachter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Susan Wachter?
Please contact Dr. Wachter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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