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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tilstra, Rheumatologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Jeremy Tilstra is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tilstra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tilstra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tilstra’s office.
What languages does Dr. Tilstra speak?
Dr. Tilstra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Tilstra typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Tilstra 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. Tilstra. 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:
- Myositis
- Muscle Inflammation
- Inflammatory Myopathy
- Muscle Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6080: Other myositis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Tilstra typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeremy Tilstra may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Tilstra's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tilstra accept my insurance?
Dr. Tilstra 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. Tilstra accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Tilstra in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Tilstra's office located?
What is Dr. Tilstra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tilstra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164711396.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tilstra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tilstra
What is Dr. Jeremy Tilstra's specialty?
Dr. Tilstra is a Rheumatologist near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Jeremy Tilstra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tilstra is affiliated with Butler Memorial Hospital, Acmh Hospital, Indiana Regional Medical Center, Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital, Meadville Medical Center, Upmc Passavant-Mccandless 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 Jeremy Tilstra accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Jeremy Tilstra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeremy Tilstra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tilstra's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeremy Tilstra?
Please contact Dr. Tilstra's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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