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Dr. Ahren Rittershaus, MD

Raleigh, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rittershaus, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Ahren Rittershaus, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rittershaus graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond. Dr. Rittershaus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rittershaus’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rittershaus’s office at (919) 350-8000.

    Where did Dr. Rittershaus go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    What languages does Dr. Rittershaus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Rittershaus treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Rittershaus 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. Rittershaus. 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:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
    • Benign Descending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous descending colon growth
    • Descending colon adenoma
    • Descending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders
    • Gastric Polyp
    • Duodenal Polyp
    • Stomach Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
    • K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Polyp
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Rectal Growth
    • Colon Polyp
    • Benign Rectal Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K621: Rectal polyp

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Live Birth
    • Childbirth
    • One baby born alive
    • Vaginal birth of one baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z370: Single live birth

    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:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Does Dr. Rittershaus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rittershaus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 350-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rittershaus accept in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Rittershaus in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Vaya Health

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    Where is Dr. Rittershaus' office located?

    Dr. Ahren Rittershaus' Primary Practice

    3000 New Bern Ave

    Raleigh, NC 27610

    (919) 350-8000

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    Dr. Ahren Rittershaus' Practice 2

    566 Ruin Creek Rd

    Henderson, NC 27536

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    Dr. Ahren Rittershaus' Practice 3

    1900 Kildaire Farm Rd

    Cary, NC 27518

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

    Dr. Rittershaus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598842239.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rittershaus?

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

    What is Dr. Ahren Rittershaus's specialty?

    Dr. Rittershaus is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Raleigh, NC. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Rittershaus to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ahren Rittershaus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rittershaus is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Cary 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 Ahren Rittershaus accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Ahren Rittershaus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ahren Rittershaus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rittershaus's office at (919) 350-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ahren Rittershaus?

    Please contact Dr. Rittershaus's office at (919) 350-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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