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Dr. Cara Lutze, MD

Dr. Cara Lutze, MD

Tualatin, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lutze, Internist in Tualatin, OR?

    Dr. Cara Lutze, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tualatin, OR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lutze is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lutze’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lutze’s office at (503) 525-7500.

    What languages does Dr. Lutze speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lutze typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Lutze 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. Lutze. 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:

    • 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 Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Osteoporosis Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone Density Test
    • Bone Health Screening
    • DEXA Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lutze typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Cara Lutze may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lutze accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lutze accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 525-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lutze accept in Tualatin, OR?

    Dr. Lutze in Tualatin, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • PacificSource

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lutze's office located?

    Dr. Cara Lutze's Primary Practice

    19250 SW 65th Ave Ste 240

    Tualatin, OR 97062

    (503) 525-7500

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    Dr. Cara Lutze's Practice 2

    10123 SE Market St

    Portland, OR 97216

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    Dr. Cara Lutze's Practice 3

    18010 SW McEwan Rd

    Lake Oswego, OR 97035

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

    Dr. Lutze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982920872.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lutze?

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

    What is Dr. Cara Lutze's specialty?

    Dr. Lutze is a Internist near Tualatin, OR.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Cara Lutze affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lutze is affiliated with Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center, Ohsu Hospital - Portland, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, Samaritan Albany General 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Cara Lutze accepting new patients in Tualatin, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Cara Lutze is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cara Lutze offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lutze's office at (503) 525-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cara Lutze?

    Please contact Dr. Lutze's office at (503) 525-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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