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Dr. Katherine Wurlitzer, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bend, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wurlitzer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bend, OR?

    Dr. Katherine Wurlitzer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bend, OR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wurlitzer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wurlitzer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wurlitzer’s office at (303) 602-5183.

    What languages does Dr. Wurlitzer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wurlitzer typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wurlitzer 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. Wurlitzer. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wurlitzer typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Wurlitzer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wurlitzer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wurlitzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 602-5183 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wurlitzer accept in Bend, OR?

    Dr. Wurlitzer in Bend, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AlohaCare

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Moda Health

    • Pacific Life Insurance Company

    • Quest

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wurlitzer's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Wurlitzer's Primary Practice

    2500 NE Neff Rd

    Bend, OR 97701

    (303) 602-5183

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    Dr. Katherine Wurlitzer's Practice 2

    1253 NW Canal Blvd

    Redmond, OR 97756

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    Dr. Katherine Wurlitzer's Practice 3

    384 SE Combs Flat Rd

    Prineville, OR 97754

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

    Dr. Wurlitzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538553573.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wurlitzer?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Wurlitzer's specialty?

    Dr. Wurlitzer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bend, OR.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Katherine Wurlitzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wurlitzer is affiliated with St. Charles Bend, Sky Lakes Medical Center, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Katherine Wurlitzer accepting new patients in Bend, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Wurlitzer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Wurlitzer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wurlitzer's office at (303) 602-5183 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Wurlitzer?

    Please contact Dr. Wurlitzer's office at (303) 602-5183 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wurlitzer's office located?

    Dr. Wurlitzer's offices are located in Bend, OR, Redmond, OR, and Prineville, OR.