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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Filtzer, Internist in Bullhead City, AZ?
Dr. Horst Filtzer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bullhead City, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Filtzer graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Filtzer is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Filtzer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Filtzer’s office at (928) 299-3087.
Where did Dr. Filtzer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
What languages does Dr. Filtzer speak?
Dr. Filtzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Filtzer treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Filtzer 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. Filtzer. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Severe Dementia
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Advanced dementia
- Late-stage dementia
- Severe cognitive decline
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- F03C0: Unspecified dementia, severe, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Widespread Swelling
- Edema
- Generalized Edema
- Full Body Swelling
- Systemic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- R601: Generalized edema
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Lower Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
- Inflamed Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcers
- Venous Stasis Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83018: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
- I83218: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with both ulcer of other part of lower extremity and inflammation
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Lower Leg Injury
- Left Calf Wound
- Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Filtzer perform?
As a Internist, Dr. Filtzer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Filtzer. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Muscle Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Filtzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Filtzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (928) 299-3087 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Filtzer accept in Bullhead City, AZ?
Dr. Filtzer in Bullhead City, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Filtzer's office located?
Dr. Horst Filtzer's Primary Practice
1555 Ramar Rd
Bullhead City, AZ 86442
(928) 299-3087
What is Dr. Filtzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Filtzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417018862.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Filtzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Filtzer
What is Dr. Horst Filtzer's specialty?
Dr. Filtzer is a Internist near Bullhead City, AZ.
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.
Contact Dr. Filtzer to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Horst Filtzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Filtzer is affiliated with Benefis Health System-East Campus, Valley View Medical Center, Kingman Regional Medical Center 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 Horst Filtzer accepting new patients in Bullhead City, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Horst Filtzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Horst Filtzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Filtzer's office at (928) 299-3087 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Horst Filtzer?
Please contact Dr. Filtzer's office at (928) 299-3087 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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