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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tietjen, Internist in Albany, NY?
Dr. John Tietjen, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tietjen graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Albany Medical Center Program. Dr. Tietjen is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tietjen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tietjen’s office at (518) 262-6279.
Where did Dr. Tietjen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Medical Center Program
Medical School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Tietjen board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. John Tietjen, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tietjen speak?
Dr. Tietjen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tietjen treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Tietjen 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. Tietjen. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive heart failure
- Cardiac insufficiency
- Weak heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5089: Other heart failure
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Tietjen perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Tietjen 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. Tietjen's office.
Does Dr. Tietjen accept my insurance?
Dr. Tietjen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-6279 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tietjen accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Tietjen in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CDPHP
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of New York
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tietjen's office located?
What is Dr. Tietjen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tietjen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750377420.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tietjen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tietjen
What is Dr. John Tietjen's specialty?
Dr. Tietjen is a Internist near Albany, NY.
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. Tietjen to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. John Tietjen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tietjen is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Westchester 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
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Is John Tietjen accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. John Tietjen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Tietjen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tietjen's office at (518) 262-6279 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Tietjen?
Please contact Dr. Tietjen's office at (518) 262-6279 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Tietjen have?
Dr. John Tietjen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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