43 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pretorius, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Blue Ash, OH?
Dr. Harold Pretorius, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Blue Ash, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Pretorius completed his residency at University Calif San Diego. Dr. Pretorius is fluent in English, French, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pretorius’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pretorius’s office at (513) 561-3797.
Where did Dr. Pretorius go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Tulane University School of Medicine - (New Orleans, LA) | University of California, San Diego School of Med. - (La Jolla, CA) | University of California, San Diego School of Med. | (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism), NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH, BETHESDA, MD
Residency: University Calif San Diego
Is Dr. Pretorius board certified as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Harold Pretorius, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pretorius speak?
Dr. Pretorius and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Spanish
What conditions does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pretorius typically treat?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pretorius 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. Pretorius. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
What procedures does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pretorius typically perform?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Harold Pretorius may include:
- Abdominal Nuclear Medicine Study
- Brain Perfusion Scan
- Gastric Emptying Scan
- Glucose Metabolic Imaging - FDG
- Hepatobiliary Imaging
- Iodine Treatment
- Nuclear Medicine Consultation
- Nuclear Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Pretorius' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pretorius accept my insurance?
Dr. Pretorius accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 561-3797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pretorius accept in Blue Ash, OH?
Dr. Pretorius in Blue Ash, 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
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pretorius' office located?
What is Dr. Pretorius's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pretorius's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760431159.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pretorius?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pretorius
What is Dr. Harold Pretorius's specialty?
Dr. Pretorius is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Blue Ash, OH.
What does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist do?
Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones.
Is this Dr. Harold Pretorius affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pretorius is affiliated with Bethesda North Hospital, Kettering Health Hamilton, The Christ Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Cincinnati, West Chester Hospital, Kettering Health Dayton 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 Nuclear Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Harold Pretorius accepting new patients in Blue Ash, OH?
Yes, Dr. Harold Pretorius is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Harold Pretorius offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pretorius's office at (513) 561-3797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Harold Pretorius?
Please contact Dr. Pretorius's office at (513) 561-3797 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Harold Pretorius have?
Dr. Harold Pretorius is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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