Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wertz, Diagnostic Radiologist in Altoona, PA?
Where did Dr. Wertz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Wertz board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Wertz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Wertz speak?
Dr. Wertz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Wertz typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Wertz 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. Wertz. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Widespread Bone Density Disorder
- Generalized Bone Structure Problem
- Multi-site Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Wertz typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Wertz may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Wertz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wertz accept my insurance?
Dr. Wertz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 889-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wertz accept in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Wertz in Altoona, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
Risant Health
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Wertz's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Wertz affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Wertz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Wertz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wertz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245210608.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wertz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wertz