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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Berwald, Internist in Bridgeton, MO?
Dr. Bruce Berwald, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bridgeton, MO. He is board certified. Dr. Berwald graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Berwald is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berwald’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berwald’s office.
Where did Dr. Berwald go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | Medical University of South Carolina Affiliated Hospitals | Medical University of South Carolina Program
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University of Cincinnati / Main Campus | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Is Dr. Berwald board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Berwald, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Berwald speak?
Dr. Berwald and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Berwald treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Berwald 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. Berwald. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
- Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Which procedures does Dr. Berwald perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Bruce Berwald 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Berwald's office.
Does Dr. Berwald accept my insurance?
Dr. Berwald 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. Berwald accept in Bridgeton, MO?
Dr. Berwald in Bridgeton, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Essence Healthcare
Medicare
MedImpact
State of South Carolina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Berwald's office located?
What is Dr. Berwald's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berwald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376647644.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berwald?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berwald
What is Dr. Bruce Berwald's specialty?
Dr. Berwald is a Internist near Bridgeton, MO.
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.
Contact Dr. Berwald to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Bruce Berwald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Berwald is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis, SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis, Lake Regional Health System, St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, MO, SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters 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 Bruce Berwald accepting new patients in Bridgeton, MO?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Berwald is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Berwald offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Berwald's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Berwald?
Please contact Dr. Berwald's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Berwald have?
Dr. Bruce Berwald is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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3478 Bridgeland Dr
Bridgeton, MO 63044