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Who is Dr. Spitzer, Transplant Surgeon in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Austin Spitzer, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Spitzer graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine. Dr. Spitzer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spitzer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spitzer’s office at (206) 598-3300.
Where did Dr. Spitzer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Spitzer board certified in Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Austin Spitzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Spitzer speak?
Dr. Spitzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Spitzer treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Spitzer 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. Spitzer. 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
- Pancreas Disorder
- Pancreatic Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
- K869: Disease of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Which procedures does Dr. Spitzer perform as a Transplant Surgeon?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Austin Spitzer may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Spitzer's office.
Does Dr. Spitzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Spitzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 598-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spitzer accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Spitzer in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Spitzer's office located?
Dr. Austin Spitzer's Primary Practice
1959 NE Pacific St
Seattle, WA 98195
(206) 598-3300
What is Dr. Spitzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spitzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790904530.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spitzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spitzer
What is Dr. Austin Spitzer's specialty?
Dr. Spitzer is a Transplant Surgeon near Seattle, WA. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Spitzer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Austin Spitzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Spitzer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Oakland Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Austin Spitzer accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Austin Spitzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Austin Spitzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spitzer's office at (206) 598-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Austin Spitzer?
Please contact Dr. Spitzer's office at (206) 598-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Austin Spitzer have?
Dr. Austin Spitzer is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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