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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gurwitz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Avrahom Gurwitz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Gurwitz is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gurwitz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gurwitz’s office.
Is Dr. Gurwitz board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Avrahom Gurwitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Gurwitz speak?
Dr. Gurwitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Yiddish
What conditions does Dr. Gurwitz treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gurwitz 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. Gurwitz. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
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:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Hives
- Urticaria
- Welts
- Itchy rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L509: Urticaria, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumococcal Pneumonia
- Pneumococcal Infection
- Pneumonia
- Streptococcus Pneumonia
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Lung Infection from Strep
ICD-10 Codes:
- J13: Pneumonia due to Streptococcus pneumoniae
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fluid in Middle Ear
- Ear Infection
- Serous otitis media
- Ear effusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6501: Acute serous otitis media, right ear
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Which procedures does Dr. Gurwitz perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Avrahom Gurwitz may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gurwitz's office.
Does Dr. Gurwitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Gurwitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gurwitz accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Gurwitz in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Gurwitz's office located?
What is Dr. Gurwitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gurwitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730346461.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gurwitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gurwitz
What is Dr. Avrahom Gurwitz's specialty?
Dr. Gurwitz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Gurwitz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Avrahom Gurwitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gurwitz is affiliated with St. Mary Medical Center - Langhorne, Pa 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Avrahom Gurwitz accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Avrahom Gurwitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Avrahom Gurwitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gurwitz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Avrahom Gurwitz?
Please contact Dr. Gurwitz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Avrahom Gurwitz have?
Dr. Avrahom Gurwitz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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