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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pelz, Infectious Disease Specialist in Springfield, OR?
Dr. Robert Pelz, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Pelz graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Clinical Ctr At The Nih, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Infectious Diseases; Mary Hitchcock Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pelz is fluent in English and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pelz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pelz’s office at (541) 222-6345.
Where did Dr. Pelz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Clinical Ctr At The Nih, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Infectious Diseases; Mary Hitchcock Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland School of Medicine
Is Dr. Pelz board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Pelz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pelz speak?
Dr. Pelz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Thai
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Pelz typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Pelz 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. Pelz. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Bone inflammation
- Infected bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86671: Other chronic osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
- M86672: Other chronic osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Radiation-Induced Bladder Inflammation
- Bladder Disease
- Radiation Therapy
- Urinary and Bladder Problems
- Radiation Cystitis
- Bladder Inflammation from Radiation
- Post-Radiation Bladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3040: Irradiation cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Pelz typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Pelz 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. Pelz. 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:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Pelz accept my insurance?
Dr. Pelz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 222-6345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pelz accept in Springfield, OR?
Dr. Pelz in Springfield, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advanced Health
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pelz's office located?
Dr. Robert Pelz's Primary Practice
3377 Riverbend Dr
Springfield, OR 97477
(541) 222-6345
What is Dr. Pelz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pelz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235106386.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pelz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pelz
What is Dr. Robert Pelz's specialty?
Dr. Pelz is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Springfield, OR.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Robert Pelz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pelz is affiliated with Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend, Peacehealth Peace Harbor Hospital, Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center, Samaritan Albany General 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
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Is Robert Pelz accepting new patients in Springfield, OR?
Yes, Dr. Robert Pelz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Pelz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pelz's office at (541) 222-6345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Pelz?
Please contact Dr. Pelz's office at (541) 222-6345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Pelz have?
Dr. Robert Pelz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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