19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pizzute, Gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Christine Pizzute, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Pizzute completed her residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pizzute is fluent in English, Amharic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pizzute’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pizzute’s office at (206) 326-3000.
Where did Dr. Pizzute go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Pizzute board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Christine Pizzute, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pizzute speak?
Dr. Pizzute and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Amharic
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Pizzute typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, conditions treated by Dr. Christine Pizzute may include:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Celiac Disease
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Diarrhea
- Diverticulitis
- Excessive Gas
- Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Please contact Dr. Pizzute's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Pizzute typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christine Pizzute may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Pizzute's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pizzute accept my insurance?
Dr. Pizzute accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 326-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pizzute accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Pizzute in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Pizzute's office located?
What is Dr. Pizzute's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pizzute's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154549830.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pizzute?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pizzute
What is Dr. Christine Pizzute's specialty?
Dr. Pizzute is a Gastroenterologist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Christine Pizzute affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pizzute is affiliated with Bellevue 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
When to see a Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Gastroenterologist. 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 Christine Pizzute accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Christine Pizzute is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Pizzute offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pizzute's office at (206) 326-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Pizzute?
Please contact Dr. Pizzute's office at (206) 326-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Pizzute have?
Dr. Christine Pizzute is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
<section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>