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Dr. Nathaniel Besch, DO

Dr. Nathaniel Besch, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Whitewater, WI

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Besch, Family Medicine Specialist in Whitewater, WI?

    Dr. Nathaniel Besch, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Whitewater, WI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Besch graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Besch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Besch’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Besch’s office at (262) 473-4548.

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

    • Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program

    • Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Besch board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Nathaniel Besch, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Besch speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Besch typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Besch 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. Besch. 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:

    • 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:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Besch typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nathaniel Besch may include:

    Please contact Dr. Besch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Besch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Besch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (262) 473-4548 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Besch accept in Whitewater, WI?

    Dr. Besch in Whitewater, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Americas Insurance Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Sendero Health Plans

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Besch's office located?

    Dr. Nathaniel Besch's Primary Practice

    1305 W Main St

    Whitewater, WI 53190

    (262) 473-4548

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    Dr. Nathaniel Besch's Practice 2

    700 S Park St

    Madison, WI 53715

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

    Dr. Besch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487732533.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Besch?

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

    What is Dr. Nathaniel Besch's specialty?

    Dr. Besch is a Family Medicine Specialist near Whitewater, WI.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Nathaniel Besch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Besch is affiliated with Fort Memorial Hospital, Ssm Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison, Prohealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, Uw Health University 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Nathaniel Besch accepting new patients in Whitewater, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Nathaniel Besch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nathaniel Besch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Besch's office at (262) 473-4548 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nathaniel Besch?

    Please contact Dr. Besch's office at (262) 473-4548 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Besch's office located?

    Dr. Besch's offices are located in Whitewater, WI and Madison, WI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nathaniel Besch have?

    Dr. Nathaniel Besch is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.