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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Galkin, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Yelena Galkin, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Galkin is fluent in English, Russian, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Galkin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galkin’s office at (215) 685-0639.
Is Dr. Galkin board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Yelena Galkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Galkin speak?
Dr. Galkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Ukrainian
What conditions does Dr. Galkin treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Galkin 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. Galkin. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, 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:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Which procedures does Dr. Galkin perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Yelena Galkin 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Galkin's office.
Does Dr. Galkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Galkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 685-0639 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Galkin accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Galkin in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Galkin's office located?
Dr. Yelena Galkin's Primary Practice
2230 Cottman Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19149
(215) 685-0639
What is Dr. Galkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Galkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457363723.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Galkin
What is Dr. Yelena Galkin's specialty?
Dr. Galkin is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Galkin to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Yelena Galkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Galkin is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Yelena Galkin accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Yelena Galkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yelena Galkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Galkin's office at (215) 685-0639 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yelena Galkin?
Please contact Dr. Galkin's office at (215) 685-0639 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yelena Galkin have?
Dr. Yelena Galkin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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