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Dr. Ellen Frechette, MD

Dr. Ellen Frechette, MD

Seattle, WA

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Frechette, Internist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Ellen Frechette, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Frechette graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed her residency at Virginia Mason Medical Center. Dr. Frechette is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frechette’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frechette’s office at (206) 223-6600.

    Where did Dr. Frechette go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Virginia Mason Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Frechette board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Ellen Frechette, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Frechette speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Frechette treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Frechette 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. Frechette. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Major Depression in Full Remission
    • Depression
    • Chronic depression in full remission
    • Full recovery from recurring depression
    • Depression well-managed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3342: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in full remission

    Also known as:

    • Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Abnormal Bone Density
    • Bone Structure Problem
    • Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Which procedures does Dr. Frechette perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ellen Frechette may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Frechette's office.

    Does Dr. Frechette accept my insurance?

    Dr. Frechette accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 223-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Frechette accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Frechette in Seattle, WA 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 Michigan

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • Premera Blue Cross

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    Where is Dr. Frechette's office located?

    Dr. Ellen Frechette's Primary Practice

    4575 Sand Point Way NE Ste 108

    Seattle, WA 98105

    (206) 223-6600

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    Dr. Ellen Frechette's Practice 2

    1100 9th Ave

    Seattle, WA 98101

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    Dr. Ellen Frechette's Practice 3

    10601 5th Ave NE Ste 201

    Seattle, WA 98125

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

    Dr. Frechette's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720121759.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frechette?

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

    What is Dr. Ellen Frechette's specialty?

    Dr. Frechette is a Internist near Seattle, WA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Frechette to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ellen Frechette affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Frechette is affiliated with Virginia Mason 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Ellen Frechette accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Ellen Frechette is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ellen Frechette offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Frechette's office at (206) 223-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ellen Frechette?

    Please contact Dr. Frechette's office at (206) 223-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ellen Frechette have?

    Dr. Ellen Frechette is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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