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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Treffinger, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Karl Treffinger, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO. He is board certified. Dr. Treffinger completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Emergency Medicine; Maricopa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Treffinger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Treffinger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Treffinger’s office at (719) 365-5000.
Where did Dr. Treffinger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Emergency Medicine; Maricopa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Maricopa Med Center
Is Dr. Treffinger board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karl Treffinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Treffinger speak?
Dr. Treffinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Treffinger typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Treffinger 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. Treffinger. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Treffinger typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karl Treffinger may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Treffinger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Treffinger accept my insurance?
Dr. Treffinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 365-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Treffinger accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Treffinger in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
IASIS Healthcare
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Treffinger's office located?
Dr. Karl Treffinger's Primary Practice
1400 E Boulder St
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
(719) 365-5000
What is Dr. Treffinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Treffinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205837333.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Treffinger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Treffinger
What is Dr. Karl Treffinger's specialty?
Dr. Treffinger is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Colorado Springs, CO.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Karl Treffinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Treffinger is affiliated with Banner Ironwood Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Valleywise Health Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karl Treffinger accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. Karl Treffinger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karl Treffinger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Treffinger's office at (719) 365-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karl Treffinger?
Please contact Dr. Treffinger's office at (719) 365-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karl Treffinger have?
Dr. Karl Treffinger is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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