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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Atwell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Frantz Atwell, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Atwell completed his residency at Boston Medical Center, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Atwell is fluent in English, French, Spanish, and Swedish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atwell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atwell’s office at (718) 579-6010.
Where did Dr. Atwell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: HOWARD UNIV COLL OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Atwell board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Frantz Atwell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Atwell speak?
Dr. Atwell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
Swedish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Atwell typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Atwell 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. Atwell. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Atwell typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Frantz Atwell may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Atwell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Atwell accept my insurance?
Dr. Atwell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 579-6010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Atwell accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Atwell in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Atwell's office located?
Dr. Frantz Atwell's Primary Practice
1000 E Mountain Dr
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
(718) 579-6010
What hospitals are Dr. Atwell affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Atwell has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center,Wilkes-Barre, PA
Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center,Wilkes-Barre, PA
Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery
Bronxcare Health System,Bronx, NY
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Bronxcare Health System,Bronx, NY
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest,Allentown, PARanked General Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest,Allentown, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Geisinger Medical Center,Danville, PARanked in 3 Procedures
Geisinger Medical Center,Danville, PA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital,Wilkes-Barre, PARanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital,Wilkes-Barre, PA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Nyc Health & Hospitals - Lincoln,Bronx, NY
Nyc Health & Hospitals - Lincoln,Bronx, NY
What is Dr. Atwell's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Atwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285629162.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atwell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atwell
What is Dr. Frantz Atwell's specialty?
Dr. Atwell is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is Dr. Frantz Atwell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Atwell is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Bronxcare Health System, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Geisinger Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre General 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 Dr. Frantz Atwell accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Frantz Atwell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frantz Atwell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Atwell's office at (718) 579-6010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Frantz Atwell?
Please contact Dr. Atwell's office at (718) 579-6010 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Atwell's office located?
Dr. Atwell's offices are located in Wilkes Barre, PA, Summit, NJ, and Newark, NJ.
Which board certifications does Dr. Frantz Atwell have?
Dr. Frantz Atwell is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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