RB
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Bertelsen, Hospitalist in Farmington, MO?
Dr. Richard Bertelsen, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Farmington, MO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bertelsen completed his residency at Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bertelsen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bertelsen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bertelsen’s office at (417) 328-6000.
Where did Dr. Bertelsen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Bertelsen board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Bertelsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bertelsen speak?
Dr. Bertelsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bertelsen typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bertelsen 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. Bertelsen. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bertelsen typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Bertelsen may include:
Please contact Dr. Bertelsen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bertelsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Bertelsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 328-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bertelsen accept in Farmington, MO?
Dr. Bertelsen in Farmington, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Colorado
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Bertelsen's office located?
Dr. Richard Bertelsen's Primary Practice
1101 W Liberty St
Farmington, MO 63640
(417) 328-6000
What is Dr. Bertelsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bertelsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427153766.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bertelsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bertelsen
What is Dr. Richard Bertelsen's specialty?
Dr. Bertelsen is a Hospitalist near Farmington, MO.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Richard Bertelsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bertelsen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Banner North Colorado Medical Center, Banner Mckee Medical Center, Banner Fort Collins Medical Center, Sterling Regional Medcenter, Parkland Health Center - Farmington. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Richard Bertelsen accepting new patients in Farmington, MO?
Yes, Dr. Richard Bertelsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Bertelsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bertelsen's office at (417) 328-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Bertelsen?
Please contact Dr. Bertelsen's office at (417) 328-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Bertelsen have?
Dr. Richard Bertelsen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Hospitalist Near Farmington, MO
HV
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. Hang Vu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations.
Saint Louis, MO
RK
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. Rajan Kumar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Farmington, MO.
Farmington, MO
Geriatric Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Jamal Makhoul, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lake Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Lake Saint Louis, MO