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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ritter, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Detlef Ritter, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO. He is board certified. Dr. Ritter completed his residency at St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Ritter is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ritter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ritter’s office at (573) 882-1201.
Where did Dr. Ritter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Barnes Jewish Hospital S Campus
Medical School: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet Munchen, Fachbereich Medizin,Munchen, Germany | Washington Center / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ritter board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Detlef Ritter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Ritter speak?
Dr. Ritter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Ritter typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Ritter typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Detlef Ritter may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Ritter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ritter accept my insurance?
Dr. Ritter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 882-1201 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ritter accept in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Ritter in Columbia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
6 Degrees Health
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sana Benefits
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ritter's office located?
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 1447207667.
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. Detlef Ritter's specialty?
Dr. Ritter is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Columbia, MO.
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 this Dr. Detlef Ritter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ritter is affiliated with University Hospital - Mu Health Care 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
When to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Detlef Ritter accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?
Yes, Dr. Detlef Ritter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Detlef Ritter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ritter's office at (573) 882-1201 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Detlef Ritter?
Please contact Dr. Ritter's office at (573) 882-1201 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Detlef Ritter have?
Dr. Detlef Ritter is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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