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Accepting patients
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Who is Dr. Pietsch, Family Medicine Specialist in Waco, TX?
Dr. Darrell Pietsch, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Pietsch graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Mc Lennan Co Med Ed Res Fn, Family Medicine. Dr. Pietsch is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pietsch’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pietsch’s office at (254) 732-6789.
Where did Dr. Pietsch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mc Lennan Co Med Ed Res Fn, Family Medicine | RMOPTI/UHS Colorado Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
Is Dr. Pietsch board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Darrell Pietsch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pietsch speak?
Dr. Pietsch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pietsch typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pietsch 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. Pietsch. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pietsch typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pietsch 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. Pietsch. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Does Dr. Pietsch accept my insurance?
Dr. Pietsch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 732-6789 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pietsch accept in Waco, TX?
Dr. Pietsch in Waco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Care Network
Federal government of the United States
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pietsch's office located?
Dr. Darrell Pietsch's Primary Practice
6600 Fish Pond Rd Ste 202A
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 732-6789
What is Dr. Pietsch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pietsch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780689992.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pietsch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pietsch
What is Dr. Darrell Pietsch's specialty?
Dr. Pietsch is a Family Medicine Specialist near Waco, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Darrell Pietsch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pietsch is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Ascension Providence 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Darrell Pietsch accepting new patients in Waco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Darrell Pietsch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darrell Pietsch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pietsch's office at (254) 732-6789 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darrell Pietsch?
Please contact Dr. Pietsch's office at (254) 732-6789 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Darrell Pietsch have?
Dr. Darrell Pietsch is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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