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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ritter, Surgeon in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Kaitlin Ritter is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ritter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ritter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ritter’s office at (216) 778-7800.
What languages does Dr. Ritter speak?
Dr. Ritter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Ritter typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ritter 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. Ritter. 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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Intestinal Paralysis
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
- Paralyzed Bowel
- Non-Mechanical Ileus
- Bowel Inactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
- K567: Ileus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Septic Shock
- Sepsis
- Shock
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Ritter typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ritter performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ritter. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Muscle Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Ritter accept my insurance?
Dr. Ritter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 778-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ritter accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Ritter in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Humana
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Pharmacy Network Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ritter's office located?
Dr. Kaitlin Ritter's Primary Practice
2500 Metrohealth Dr
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 778-7800
What is Dr. Ritter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ritter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306263280.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ritter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ritter
What is Dr. Kaitlin Ritter's specialty?
Dr. Ritter is a Surgeon near Cleveland, OH.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Kaitlin Ritter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ritter is affiliated with Olean General Hospital 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
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Is Kaitlin Ritter accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Kaitlin Ritter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kaitlin Ritter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ritter's office at (216) 778-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kaitlin Ritter?
Please contact Dr. Ritter's office at (216) 778-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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