Dr. Anthony Cretara, MD
Albuquerque, NM
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cretara, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Anthony Cretara, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Cretara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cretara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cretara’s office at (505) 272-2111.
What languages does Dr. Cretara speak?
Dr. Cretara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Cretara typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Cretara 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. Cretara. 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:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Condition
- Duodenal Condition
- Digestive System Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- K319: Disease of stomach and duodenum, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Other Uterine Disorder
- Uterine Disease
- Non-inflammatory Uterine Conditions
- Uterine Problems
- Uterine Health Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- N858: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of uterus
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
Also known as:
- Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- ASC-US Pap smear
- Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
- Mildly abnormal Pap test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Cretara typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Anthony Cretara may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Cretara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cretara accept my insurance?
Dr. Cretara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cretara accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Cretara in Albuquerque, NM 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
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cretara's office located?
Dr. Anthony Cretara's Primary Practice
2211 Lomas Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 272-2111
What is Dr. Cretara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cretara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871955021.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cretara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cretara
What is Dr. Anthony Cretara's specialty?
Dr. Cretara is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Albuquerque, NM.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Anthony Cretara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cretara is affiliated with Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Lovelace Westside Hospital, Presbyterian Espanola 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
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Is Anthony Cretara accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Anthony Cretara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anthony Cretara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cretara's office at (505) 272-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anthony Cretara?
Please contact Dr. Cretara's office at (505) 272-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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