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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hittle, Internist in Clackamas, OR?
Dr. Gretchen Hittle, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Clackamas, OR with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hittle completed her residency at Legacy Emmanuel Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hittle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hittle’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hittle’s office.
Where did Dr. Hittle go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Legacy Emmanuel Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or
Is Dr. Hittle board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gretchen Hittle, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hittle speak?
Dr. Hittle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hittle treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hittle 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. Hittle. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does Dr. Hittle perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Hittle 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. Hittle. 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:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Does Dr. Hittle accept my insurance?
Dr. Hittle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hittle accept in Clackamas, OR?
Dr. Hittle in Clackamas, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareOregon
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
PacificSource
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Where is Dr. Hittle's office located?
What is Dr. Hittle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hittle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356304042.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hittle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hittle
What is Dr. Gretchen Hittle's specialty?
Dr. Hittle is a Internist near Clackamas, OR.
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. Hittle to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gretchen Hittle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hittle is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center, Providence St. Vincent Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Gretchen Hittle accepting new patients in Clackamas, OR?
Yes, Dr. Gretchen Hittle is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gretchen Hittle offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hittle's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gretchen Hittle?
Please contact Dr. Hittle's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gretchen Hittle have?
Dr. Gretchen Hittle is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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