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Who is Dr. Metzger, Internist in Golden, CO?
Dr. James Metzger, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Golden, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Metzger completed his residency at Exempla St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Metzger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Metzger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Metzger’s office at (303) 949-1250.
Where did Dr. Metzger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Exempla St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co
Is Dr. Metzger board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Metzger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Metzger speak?
Dr. Metzger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Metzger treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Metzger 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. Metzger. 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:
- Dementia
- Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Dementia with Agitation
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Dementia with behavioral problems
- Cognitive decline with behavior issues
- Memory loss with personality changes
- Agitated dementia
- Restlessness in dementia
- Behavioral problems with dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
- F03911: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with agitation
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
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:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Metzger perform?
As a Internist, Dr. Metzger performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Metzger. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Metzger accept my insurance?
Dr. Metzger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 949-1250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Metzger accept in Golden, CO?
Dr. Metzger in Golden, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Gila River Health Care Corporation
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Colorado
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Metzger's office located?
What is Dr. Metzger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Metzger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447222716.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metzger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Metzger
What is Dr. James Metzger's specialty?
Dr. Metzger is a Internist near Golden, CO.
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. Metzger to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Metzger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Metzger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: East Morgan County Hospital, Uchealth Memorial Hospital Central, Banner North Colorado Medical Center, Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is James Metzger accepting new patients in Golden, CO?
Yes, Dr. James Metzger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Metzger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Metzger's office at (303) 949-1250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Metzger?
Please contact Dr. Metzger's office at (303) 949-1250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Metzger have?
Dr. James Metzger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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