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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Litwak, Hospitalist in Athol, MA?
Dr. Joseph Litwak, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Athol, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Litwak completed his residency at York Hosp, Internal Medicine; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Anesthesiology; St Vincent'S Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Litwak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Litwak’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Litwak’s office.
Where did Dr. Litwak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: York Hosp, Internal Medicine; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Anesthesiology; St Vincent'S Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Johns Hopkins University School Med
Is Dr. Litwak board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Litwak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Litwak speak?
Dr. Litwak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Litwak treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Litwak 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. Litwak. 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 and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Which procedures does Dr. Litwak perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Litwak may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Litwak's office.
Does Dr. Litwak accept my insurance?
Dr. Litwak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Litwak accept in Athol, MA?
Dr. Litwak in Athol, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Health New England
HealthComp
Medicare
State of Colorado
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
Student Assurance Service
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Litwak's office located?
What is Dr. Litwak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Litwak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396792958.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Litwak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Litwak
What is Dr. Joseph Litwak's specialty?
Dr. Litwak is a Hospitalist near Athol, MA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Litwak to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Litwak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Litwak is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital Association. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Joseph Litwak accepting new patients in Athol, MA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Litwak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Litwak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Litwak's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Litwak?
Please contact Dr. Litwak's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Litwak have?
Dr. Joseph Litwak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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