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25 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Pitt, Internist in Akron, OH?
Dr. Richard Pitt, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Pitt graduated from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Pitt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pitt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pitt’s office at (330) 928-4970.
Where did Dr. Pitt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine | West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pitt speak?
Dr. Pitt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pitt treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Pitt 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. Pitt. 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
- Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
- M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Chronic Pain from Injury
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Post-traumatic chronic pain
- Long-term pain after injury
- Persistent pain from trauma
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8921: Chronic pain due to trauma
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Issues
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Myelopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back affecting Spinal Cord
- Lumbar Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5106: Intervertebral disc disorders with myelopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Which procedures does Dr. Pitt perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Pitt 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. Pitt's office.
Does Dr. Pitt accept my insurance?
Dr. Pitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 928-4970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pitt accept in Akron, OH?
Dr. Pitt in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pitt's office located?
What is Dr. Pitt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407834880.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pitt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pitt
What is Dr. Richard Pitt's specialty?
Dr. Pitt is a Internist near Akron, OH.
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. Pitt to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Richard Pitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pitt is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Richard Pitt accepting new patients in Akron, OH?
Yes, Dr. Richard Pitt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Pitt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pitt's office at (330) 928-4970 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Pitt?
Please contact Dr. Pitt's office at (330) 928-4970 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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