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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rettenmaier, Surgeon in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Christopher Rettenmaier, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rettenmaier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rettenmaier’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rettenmaier’s office at (757) 261-5000.
What languages does Dr. Rettenmaier speak?
Dr. Rettenmaier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rettenmaier treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Rettenmaier 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. Rettenmaier. 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:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
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:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does Dr. Rettenmaier perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Rettenmaier 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. Rettenmaier. 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:
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
- Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
- Genital Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
- 11422: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
- Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
- Flank Tumor Removal
- Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
- Back Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
Does Dr. Rettenmaier accept my insurance?
Dr. Rettenmaier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 261-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rettenmaier accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Rettenmaier in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fox Insurance Company
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Tennessee
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rettenmaier's office located?
Dr. Christopher Rettenmaier's Primary Practice
6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 300
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 261-5000
Dr. Christopher Rettenmaier's Practice 2
2075 Glenn Mitchell Dr Ste 512
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 507-8850
What is Dr. Rettenmaier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rettenmaier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497119234.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rettenmaier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rettenmaier
What is Dr. Christopher Rettenmaier's specialty?
Dr. Rettenmaier is a Surgeon near Norfolk, VA. 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. Contact Dr. Rettenmaier to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Rettenmaier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rettenmaier is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General 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
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Is Christopher Rettenmaier accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Rettenmaier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Rettenmaier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rettenmaier's office at (757) 261-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Rettenmaier?
Please contact Dr. Rettenmaier's office at (757) 261-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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