29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Derusso, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Gregory Derusso, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Derusso graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Allegheny University Hosps. Dr. Derusso is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derusso’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derusso’s office at (215) 333-7505.
Where did Dr. Derusso go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny University Hosps | Allegheny General Hospital-Western Pennsylvania Hosp Med Ed Program
Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine | MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) | HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Derusso board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Derusso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Derusso speak?
Dr. Derusso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Derusso typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Derusso 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. Derusso. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
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:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Derusso typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory Derusso may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Derusso's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Derusso accept my insurance?
Dr. Derusso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 333-7505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Derusso accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Derusso in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Derusso's office located?
Dr. Gregory Derusso's Primary Practice
7505 Bustleton Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19152
(215) 333-7505
What is Dr. Derusso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Derusso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316959141.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derusso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derusso
What is Dr. Gregory Derusso's specialty?
Dr. Derusso is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gregory Derusso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Derusso is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Riddle Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Jefferson Abington 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Gregory Derusso accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Derusso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Derusso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Derusso's office at (215) 333-7505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Derusso?
Please contact Dr. Derusso's office at (215) 333-7505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Derusso have?
Dr. Gregory Derusso is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
<section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>