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Dr. Rita Guttersen, MD

Anesthesiologist

Menomonee Falls, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guttersen, Anesthesiologist in Menomonee Falls, WI?

    Dr. Rita Guttersen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Menomonee Falls, WI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Guttersen completed her residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Anesthesiology. Dr. Guttersen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guttersen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guttersen’s office at (262) 257-3220.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ- Coll Of Med- Baguio City- Benguet- Philippines

    Is Dr. Guttersen board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rita Guttersen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Guttersen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Guttersen typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Guttersen 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. Guttersen. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • Esophagitis
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Inflammation of the Esophagus
    • Sore Esophagus
    • Esophageal Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Guttersen typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rita Guttersen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Guttersen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Guttersen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guttersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (262) 257-3220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guttersen accept in Menomonee Falls, WI?

    Dr. Guttersen in Menomonee Falls, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Ascension Health

    • Centivo

    • Children's Wisconsin

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Payment System (HPS)

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Guttersen's office located?

    Dept Of Anthesiology

    W180N8085 Town Hall Rd

    Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

    (262) 257-3220

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    Dr. Rita Guttersen's Practice 2

    8701 Watertown Plank Rd

    Milwaukee, WI 53226

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    Dr. Rita Guttersen's Practice 3

    225 S Executive Dr

    Brookfield, WI 53005

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

    Dr. Guttersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518940329.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guttersen?

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

    What is Dr. Rita Guttersen's specialty?

    Dr. Guttersen is an Anesthesiologist near Menomonee Falls, WI.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Rita Guttersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guttersen is affiliated with Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, Froedtert Hospital 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Rita Guttersen accepting new patients in Menomonee Falls, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Rita Guttersen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rita Guttersen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guttersen's office at (262) 257-3220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rita Guttersen?

    Please contact Dr. Guttersen's office at (262) 257-3220 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Guttersen's office located?

    Dr. Guttersen's offices are located in Menomonee Falls, WI, Milwaukee, WI, and Brookfield, WI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rita Guttersen have?

    Dr. Rita Guttersen is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.