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Dr. Catherine Wetzel, MD

Surgeon

Hillsboro, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wetzel, Surgeon in Hillsboro, OR?

    Dr. Catherine Wetzel, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hillsboro, OR with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wetzel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wetzel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wetzel’s office at (800) 813-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Wetzel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Wetzel typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Wetzel 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. Wetzel. 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 Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
    • Diffuse left female breast cancer
    • Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Pain
    • Breast Disease
    • Mastalgia
    • Tender Breasts
    • Sore Breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N644: Mastodynia

    Also known as:

    • Lump in Right Breast
    • Breast Disease
    • Right breast mass
    • Right breast lesion
    • Right breast nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant

    Also known as:

    • Benign Breast Lump
    • Benign Tumor
    • Breast Disease
    • Non-cancerous breast mass
    • Breast fibroadenoma
    • Benign breast disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Benign Left Breast Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Breast Disease
    • Non-cancerous left breast growth
    • Left breast mass
    • Left breast lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Wetzel typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Wetzel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Wetzel. 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:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Does Dr. Wetzel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wetzel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 813-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wetzel accept in Hillsboro, OR?

    Dr. Wetzel in Hillsboro, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • H & R Block

    • HealthRight Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Oregon

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    Where is Dr. Wetzel's office located?

    Dr. Catherine Wetzel's Primary Practice

    2875 NE Stucki Ave

    Hillsboro, OR 97124

    (800) 813-2000

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    Dr. Catherine Wetzel's Practice 2

    3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd

    Portland, OR 97239

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

    Dr. Wetzel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437654019.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wetzel?

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

    What is Dr. Catherine Wetzel's specialty?

    Dr. Wetzel is a Surgeon near Hillsboro, OR.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Catherine Wetzel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wetzel is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center, Salem Hospital - Salem, Or, Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center, Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center, Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center, Providence St. Vincent 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

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    Is Dr. Catherine Wetzel accepting new patients in Hillsboro, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Catherine Wetzel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Catherine Wetzel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wetzel's office at (800) 813-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Catherine Wetzel?

    Please contact Dr. Wetzel's office at (800) 813-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wetzel's office located?

    Dr. Wetzel's offices are located in Hillsboro, OR and Portland, OR.