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Dr. Rick Teetz, MD

Saratoga Springs, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Teetz, Family Medicine Specialist in Saratoga Springs, NY?

    Dr. Rick Teetz, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saratoga Springs, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Teetz graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at St Clare'S Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Teetz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Teetz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Teetz’s office.

    Where did Dr. Teetz go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: St Clare'S Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | State University of New York Upstate Medical University

    Is Dr. Teetz board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rick Teetz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Teetz speak?

    Dr. Teetz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Teetz treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Teetz 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. Teetz. 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Primary Widespread Arthritis
    • Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    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:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Need for Personal Care Assistance
    • Help with daily living
    • Assistance with self-care
    • Activities of daily living support

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z741: Need for assistance with personal care

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Teetz perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rick Teetz may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Teetz's office.

    Does Dr. Teetz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Teetz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Teetz accept in Saratoga Springs, NY?

    Dr. Teetz in Saratoga Springs, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthNow New York

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Teetz's office located?

    Dr. Rick Teetz's Primary Practice

    131 Lawrence St

    Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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    What is Dr. Teetz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Teetz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396733408.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Teetz?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Teetz

    What is Dr. Rick Teetz's specialty?

    Dr. Teetz is a Family Medicine Specialist near Saratoga Springs, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Teetz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rick Teetz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Teetz is affiliated with Saratoga Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Rick Teetz accepting new patients in Saratoga Springs, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Rick Teetz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rick Teetz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Teetz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rick Teetz?

    Please contact Dr. Teetz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rick Teetz have?

    Dr. Rick Teetz is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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