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Dr. Joseph Teichgraeber, MD

Dr. Joseph Teichgraeber, MD

Sparks, NV

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Teichgraeber, Internist in Sparks, NV?

    Dr. Joseph Teichgraeber, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sparks, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Teichgraeber completed his residency at University of Nebraska Medical Center. Dr. Teichgraeber is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Teichgraeber’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Teichgraeber’s office at (775) 352-3080.

    Where did Dr. Teichgraeber go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Nebraska Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Kansas School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Teichgraeber speak?

    Dr. Teichgraeber and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Teichgraeber treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Teichgraeber 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. Teichgraeber. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Which procedures does Dr. Teichgraeber perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Teichgraeber may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Teichgraeber's office.

    Does Dr. Teichgraeber accept my insurance?

    Dr. Teichgraeber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 352-3080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Teichgraeber accept in Sparks, NV?

    Dr. Teichgraeber in Sparks, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Prominence Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Teichgraeber's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Teichgraeber's Primary Practice

    5975 S Los Altos Pkwy Ste 100

    Sparks, NV 89436

    (775) 352-3080

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    Dr. Joseph Teichgraeber's Practice 2

    5070 Ion Dr Ste 200

    Sparks, NV 89436

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    Dr. Joseph Teichgraeber's Practice 3

    5351 Montessouri St

    Las Vegas, NV 89113

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    What is Dr. Teichgraeber's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Teichgraeber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023070091.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Teichgraeber?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Teichgraeber

    What is Dr. Joseph Teichgraeber's specialty?

    Dr. Teichgraeber is a Internist near Sparks, NV.

    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. Teichgraeber to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Teichgraeber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Teichgraeber is affiliated with Northern Nevada Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Joseph Teichgraeber accepting new patients in Sparks, NV?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Teichgraeber is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Teichgraeber offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Teichgraeber's office at (775) 352-3080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Teichgraeber?

    Please contact Dr. Teichgraeber's office at (775) 352-3080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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