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Dr. Karen Fritchie, MD

Dr. Karen Fritchie, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Anatomic Pathologist

Wooster, OH

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fritchie, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Wooster, OH?

    Dr. Karen Fritchie, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Wooster, OH with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Fritchie graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine and completed her residency at University Of North Carolina Hospitals. She is a member of the Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley, American Society for Clinical Pathology, North Carolina Medical Society, International Society of Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology, member in-training, United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology, junior member, and College of American Pathologists (CAP), junior member. Dr. Fritchie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fritchie’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fritchie’s office at (216) 444-8530.

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

    • Fellowship: Fellow - Surgical Pathology: University of North Carolina Hospitals | Fellow - Bone/Soft Tissue: Cleveland Clinic | Cleveland Clinic, Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology, OH, USA | University of North Carolina Hospitals, Surgical Pathology, NC, USA | University of North Carolina, Surgical Pathology Fellowship | Cleveland Clinic, Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology Fellowship

    • Residency: University Of North Carolina Hospitals | UNC Hospitals | UNC Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Joh | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine

    Is Dr. Fritchie board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Fritchie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology since 2009

    What languages does Dr. Fritchie speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Fritchie typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Fritchie 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. Fritchie. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lipoma of Trunk
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
    • Trunk lipoma
    • Body fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Bone Infection
    • Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
    • Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Fritchie typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Fritchie may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fritchie accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fritchie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-8530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fritchie accept in Wooster, OH?

    Dr. Fritchie in Wooster, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fritchie's office located?

    Dr. Karen Fritchie's Primary Practice

    1740 Cleveland Rd

    Wooster, OH 44691

    (216) 444-8530

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    Dr. Karen Fritchie's Practice 2

    9500 Euclid Ave

    Cleveland, OH 44195

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley

    Member

    American Society for Clinical Pathology

    Member

    North Carolina Medical Society

    Member

    International Society of Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology, member in-training

    Member

    United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology, junior member

    Member

    College of American Pathologists (CAP), junior member

    Member

    Awards

    Special Recognition for Outstanding Performance in, UMDNJ

    AOA National Medical Honor Society, UMDNJ, UMDNJ

    Glasgow-Rubin Certificate of Commendation for Acad, UMDNJ

    Chief Resident in Pathology, UNC Hospitals, UNCH

    Departm, UNCH

    Excellence in Research Presentation Award

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

    Dr. Fritchie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063625275.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fritchie?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Fritchie's specialty?

    Dr. Fritchie is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Wooster, OH.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. Karen Fritchie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fritchie is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Medina Hospital, Hillcrest Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist. 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. Karen Fritchie accepting new patients in Wooster, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Fritchie is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Fritchie offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fritchie's office at (216) 444-8530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Fritchie?

    Please contact Dr. Fritchie's office at (216) 444-8530 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fritchie's office located?

    Dr. Fritchie's offices are located in Wooster, OH and Cleveland, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Fritchie have?

    Dr. Karen Fritchie is certified by the American Board of Pathology.