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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uitvlugt, Trauma Surgeon in Lansing, MI?
Dr. Jennifer Uitvlugt, DO is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lansing, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Uitvlugt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uitvlugt’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uitvlugt’s office at (517) 267-2460.
What languages does Dr. Uitvlugt speak?
Dr. Uitvlugt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Uitvlugt typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Uitvlugt 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. Uitvlugt. 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:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Uitvlugt typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Uitvlugt may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Uitvlugt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Uitvlugt accept my insurance?
Dr. Uitvlugt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 267-2460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uitvlugt accept in Lansing, MI?
Dr. Uitvlugt in Lansing, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Uitvlugt's office located?
Dr. Jennifer Uitvlugt's Primary Practice
1215 E Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48912
(517) 267-2460
What is Dr. Uitvlugt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uitvlugt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841554581.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uitvlugt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uitvlugt
What is Dr. Jennifer Uitvlugt's specialty?
Dr. Uitvlugt is a Trauma Surgeon near Lansing, MI.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Jennifer Uitvlugt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uitvlugt is affiliated with Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, University Of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton 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 Trauma Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jennifer Uitvlugt accepting new patients in Lansing, MI?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Uitvlugt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Uitvlugt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uitvlugt's office at (517) 267-2460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Uitvlugt?
Please contact Dr. Uitvlugt's office at (517) 267-2460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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