
38 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Fletcher, Internist in Wilkinsburg, PA?
Dr. Douglas Fletcher, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wilkinsburg, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Fletcher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fletcher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fletcher’s office at (412) 731-9911.
Where did Dr. Fletcher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | University of Virginia
Is Dr. Fletcher board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Fletcher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fletcher speak?
Dr. Fletcher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Fletcher typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Fletcher 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. Fletcher. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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 an Internist like Dr. Fletcher typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Fletcher 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
Please contact Dr. Fletcher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fletcher accept my insurance?
Dr. Fletcher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 731-9911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fletcher accept in Wilkinsburg, PA?
Dr. Fletcher in Wilkinsburg, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fletcher's office located?
Dr. Douglas Fletcher's Primary Practice
221 Penn Ave Ste 1700
Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
(412) 731-9911
What is Dr. Fletcher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fletcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669479291.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fletcher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fletcher
What is Dr. Douglas Fletcher's specialty?
Dr. Fletcher is a Internist near Wilkinsburg, PA.
What does an Internist do?
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.