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Who is Dr. Letchford, Internist in Reno, NV?
Dr. Charlene Letchford, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Letchford graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University and completed her residency at Summa Health System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Letchford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Letchford’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Letchford’s office at (775) 982-4000.
Where did Dr. Letchford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Summa Health System, Internal Medicine | Summa Health System/NEOMED Program
Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University | Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Letchford board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Charlene Letchford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Letchford speak?
Dr. Letchford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Letchford treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Letchford 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. Letchford. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Which procedures does Dr. Letchford perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Charlene Letchford 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. Letchford's office.
Does Dr. Letchford accept my insurance?
Dr. Letchford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 982-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Letchford accept in Reno, NV?
Dr. Letchford in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Nevada
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Letchford's office located?
What is Dr. Letchford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Letchford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427042118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Letchford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Letchford
What is Dr. Charlene Letchford's specialty?
Dr. Letchford is a Internist near Reno, NV.
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. Letchford to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Charlene Letchford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Letchford is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Renown South Meadows Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Charlene Letchford accepting new patients in Reno, NV?
Yes, Dr. Charlene Letchford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charlene Letchford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Letchford's office at (775) 982-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charlene Letchford?
Please contact Dr. Letchford's office at (775) 982-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charlene Letchford have?
Dr. Charlene Letchford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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