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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Birlenbach, Internist in Lakewood, WA?
Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Birlenbach graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Birlenbach is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birlenbach’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birlenbach’s office at (253) 582-7220.
Where did Dr. Birlenbach go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine | Exempla St Joseph Hospital Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Birlenbach board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Birlenbach speak?
Dr. Birlenbach and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Birlenbach treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Birlenbach 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. Birlenbach. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
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:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Waking Up to Urinate at Night
- Urine and Urination
- Nocturia
- Nighttime urination
- Frequent night peeing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R351: Nocturia
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Birlenbach perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Birlenbach's office.
Does Dr. Birlenbach accept my insurance?
Dr. Birlenbach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 582-7220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birlenbach accept in Lakewood, WA?
Dr. Birlenbach in Lakewood, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Birlenbach's office located?
Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach's Primary Practice
5920 100th St SW Ste 32
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 582-7220
What is Dr. Birlenbach's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birlenbach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922031475.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birlenbach?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birlenbach
What is Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach's specialty?
Dr. Birlenbach is a Internist near Lakewood, WA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Birlenbach to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Birlenbach is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Ulrich Birlenbach accepting new patients in Lakewood, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birlenbach's office at (253) 582-7220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ulrich Birlenbach?
Please contact Dr. Birlenbach's office at (253) 582-7220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach have?
Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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