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Dr. Mary Gutzke, MD

Anesthesiologist

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gutzke, Anesthesiologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Mary Gutzke, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gutzke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gutzke’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gutzke’s office at (205) 783-3144.

    What languages does Dr. Gutzke speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gutzke typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gutzke 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. Gutzke. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gutzke typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gutzke 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. Gutzke. 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Gutzke accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gutzke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 783-3144 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gutzke accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Gutzke in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

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    Where is Dr. Gutzke's office located?

    Dr. Mary Gutzke's Primary Practice

    701 Princeton Ave SW

    Birmingham, AL 35211

    (205) 783-3144

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    Dr. Mary Gutzke's Practice 2

    200 Medical Center Dr SW

    Fort Payne, AL 35968

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    Dr. Mary Gutzke's Practice 3

    1020 26th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35205

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    What hospitals are Dr. Gutzke affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Gutzke has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Princeton Baptist Medical Center,Birmingham, AL

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

    Dr. Gutzke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326199233.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gutzke?

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

    What is Dr. Mary Gutzke's specialty?

    Dr. Gutzke is an Anesthesiologist near Birmingham, AL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Mary Gutzke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gutzke is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Mary Gutzke accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Mary Gutzke is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mary Gutzke offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gutzke's office at (205) 783-3144 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mary Gutzke?

    Please contact Dr. Gutzke's office at (205) 783-3144 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gutzke's office located?

    Dr. Gutzke's offices are located in Birmingham, AL and Fort Payne, AL.