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Dr. Sarah Busis, MD

Pediatrician

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Busis, Pediatrician in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Sarah Busis, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. She is board certified. Dr. Busis graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency at Jefferson Medical College Program. Dr. Busis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Busis’s office.

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

    • Residency: Jefferson Medical College Program

    • Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Busis board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Busis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Busis speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Busis typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Busis 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. Busis. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Busis typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Busis may include:

    Please contact Dr. Busis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Busis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Busis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Busis accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Busis in Philadelphia, 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)

    • Highmark Health

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Busis' office located?

    Dr. Sarah Busis' Primary Practice

    2240 S 3rd St

    Philadelphia, PA 19148

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

    Dr. Busis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184898835.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Busis?

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

    What is Dr. Sarah Busis's specialty?

    Dr. Busis is a Pediatrician near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Sarah Busis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Busis is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Methodist Hospital, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Sarah Busis accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Busis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Busis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Busis' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Busis?

    Please contact Dr. Busis' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Busis' office located?

    Dr. Busis' office is located in Philadelphia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sarah Busis have?

    Dr. Sarah Busis is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.