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Dr. Theodore Belsches, MD

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Belsches, Internist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Theodore Belsches, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Belsches is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Belsches’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Belsches’s office at (412) 361-8284.

    What languages does Dr. Belsches speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Internist, Dr. Belsches 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. Belsches. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms
    • Nasal Congestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

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

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Belsches may include:

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

    Does Dr. Belsches accept my insurance?

    Dr. Belsches accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 361-8284 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Belsches accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Belsches in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Belsches' office located?

    Dr. Theodore Belsches' Primary Practice

    6023 Harvard St

    Pittsburgh, PA 15206

    (412) 361-8284

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

    Dr. Belsches's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255674784.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Belsches?

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

    What is Dr. Theodore Belsches's specialty?

    Dr. Belsches is a Internist near Pittsburgh, PA.

    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. Theodore Belsches affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Belsches is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown 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 Theodore Belsches accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Theodore Belsches is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Theodore Belsches offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Belsches's office at (412) 361-8284 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Theodore Belsches?

    Please contact Dr. Belsches's office at (412) 361-8284 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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