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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Childs, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Danville, PA?
Dr. John Childs, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Danville, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Childs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Childs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Childs’s office at (570) 271-6211.
Is Dr. Childs board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. John Childs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Childs speak?
Dr. Childs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Childs typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Childs 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. Childs. 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:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Mole
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Childs typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Childs may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Childs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Childs accept my insurance?
Dr. Childs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 271-6211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Childs accept in Danville, PA?
Dr. Childs in Danville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Childs' office located?
What is Dr. Childs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Childs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982879821.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Childs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Childs
What is Dr. John Childs's specialty?
Dr. Childs is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Danville, PA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. John Childs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Childs is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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
When to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Childs accepting new patients in Danville, PA?
Yes, Dr. John Childs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Childs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Childs's office at (570) 271-6211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Childs?
Please contact Dr. Childs's office at (570) 271-6211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Childs have?
Dr. John Childs is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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