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Who is Dr. Metzler, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Eric Metzler, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Metzler graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Metzler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Metzler’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Metzler’s office at (505) 858-1222.
Where did Dr. Metzler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Trident Medical Center/Medical University of South Carolina Program
Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky | University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Is Dr. Metzler board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Metzler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Metzler speak?
Dr. Metzler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Metzler treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Metzler 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. Metzler. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Unspecified Illness
- General sickness
- Undiagnosed illness
- Feeling unwell
ICD-10 Codes:
- R69: Illness, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
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:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Metzler perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Eric Metzler may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Metzler's office.
Does Dr. Metzler accept my insurance?
Dr. Metzler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 858-1222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Metzler accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Metzler in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Molina
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Metzler's office located?
Dr. Eric Metzler's Primary Practice
2216 Lester Dr NE
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 858-1222
What is Dr. Metzler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Metzler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144289851.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metzler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Metzler
What is Dr. Eric Metzler's specialty?
Dr. Metzler is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Metzler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Metzler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Metzler 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Eric Metzler accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Eric Metzler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Metzler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Metzler's office at (505) 858-1222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Metzler?
Please contact Dr. Metzler's office at (505) 858-1222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Metzler have?
Dr. Eric Metzler is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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