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Dr. James Garlitz, MD

Wheat Ridge, CO

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Garlitz, Specialist in Wheat Ridge, CO?

    Dr. James Garlitz, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Wheat Ridge, CO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Garlitz graduated from Oregon Health And Science University School of Medicine,Portland, Or, United States and completed his residency at Marshfield Clinic. Dr. Garlitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garlitz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garlitz’s office at (303) 428-0004.

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

    • Residency: Marshfield Clinic

    • Medical School: Oregon Health And Science University School of Medicine,Portland, Or, United States

    Is Dr. Garlitz board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Garlitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Garlitz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Garlitz treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Garlitz 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. Garlitz. 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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
    • Incisional Hernia with Blockage
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    What procedures does Dr. Garlitz perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Garlitz 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. Garlitz. 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:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Epigastric Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Surgery
    • Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
    • Flank Tumor Removal
    • Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
    • Back Tumor Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater

    Also known as:

    • Spermatic Cord Lesion Removal
    • Spermatic Cord Mass Excision
    • Testicular Cord Lesion Surgery
    • Scrotal Mass Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 55520: Excision of lesion of spermatic cord (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Does Dr. Garlitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garlitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 428-0004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garlitz accept in Wheat Ridge, CO?

    Dr. Garlitz in Wheat Ridge, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Garlitz's office located?

    Dr. James Garlitz's Primary Practice

    3455 Lutheran Pkwy Ste 290

    Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

    (303) 428-0004

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    Dr. James Garlitz's Practice 2

    400 Indiana St Ste 200

    Evergreen, CO 80401

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

    Dr. Garlitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679537179.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garlitz?

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

    What is Dr. James Garlitz's specialty?

    Dr. Garlitz is a Specialist near Wheat Ridge, CO. Contact Dr. Garlitz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Garlitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Garlitz is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Lutheran Hospital, UCHealth Highlands Ranch 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 James Garlitz accepting new patients in Wheat Ridge, CO?

    Yes, Dr. James Garlitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Garlitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garlitz's office at (303) 428-0004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Garlitz?

    Please contact Dr. Garlitz's office at (303) 428-0004 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Garlitz have?

    Dr. James Garlitz is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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