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Dr. Christopher Hritz, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Columbus, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. 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 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Hritz typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Hritz typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Hritz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hritz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hritz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hritz's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Hritz's Primary Practice

    410 W 10th Ave # 110

    Columbus, OH 43210

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    Dr. Christopher Hritz's Practice 2

    1581 Dodd Dr

    Columbus, OH 43210

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    Dr. Christopher Hritz's Practice 3

    4019 W Dublin Granville Rd

    Dublin, OH 43017

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    What is Dr. Hritz's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Christopher Hritz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hritz is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Ohio State The James Cancer 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Christopher Hritz?

    Please contact Dr. Hritz's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hritz's office located?

    Dr. Hritz's offices are located in Columbus, OH and Dublin, OH.