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Dr. Austin Spitzer, MD

Transplant Surgeon

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Spitzer, Transplant Surgeon in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Austin Spitzer, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. He is board certified. 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 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 as a 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 a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Spitzer typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    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
    • Metastatic Liver Cancer
    • Secondary Liver Tumor
    • Liver Metastasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct

    What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Spitzer typically perform?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Austin Spitzer may include:

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

    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

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Samaritan Health Services

    • State of California

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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

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    What is Dr. Spitzer's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Transplant Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Austin Spitzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Spitzer is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Kaiser Permanente Fresno 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 a Transplant Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Transplant Surgeon. 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. 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 Dr. Austin Spitzer?

    Please contact Dr. Spitzer's office at (206) 598-3300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Spitzer's office located?

    Dr. Spitzer's office is located in Seattle, WA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Austin Spitzer have?

    Dr. Austin Spitzer is certified by the American Board of Surgery.