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Who is Dr. Hritz, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Christopher Hritz, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hritz graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University and completed his residency at University of South Florida Morsani Program A. Dr. Hritz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hritz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hritz’s office.
Where did Dr. Hritz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of South Florida Morsani Program A
Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University | Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hritz speak?
Dr. Hritz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hritz treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Hritz 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. Hritz. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Which procedures does Dr. Hritz perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Hritz may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hritz's office.
Does Dr. Hritz accept my insurance?
Dr. Hritz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hritz accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Hritz in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hritz's office located?
What is Dr. Hritz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hritz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851618979.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hritz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hritz
What is Dr. Christopher Hritz's specialty?
Dr. Hritz is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Columbus, OH. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Hritz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Hritz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hritz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Christopher Hritz accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Hritz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Hritz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hritz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Hritz?
Please contact Dr. Hritz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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