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Dr. Sameh Morkous, MD
Philadelphia, PA
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Morkous, Pediatric Neurologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Sameh Morkous, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Morkous is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morkous’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morkous’s office.
What languages does Dr. Morkous speak?
Dr. Morkous and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Morkous treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Morkous 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. Morkous. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Fever Seizures in Children
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
- Febrile seizures
- Fever fits
- Childhood fever seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
- R5600: Simple febrile convulsions
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Delayed Child Development
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
- Developmental delay
- Slow development in children
- Milestone delays
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
- R620: Delayed milestone in childhood
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
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
- G43001: Migraine without aura, not intractable, with status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Muscle Twitching
- Movement Disorder
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
- Fasciculation
- Muscle spasms
- Muscle tremors
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
- R253: Fasciculation
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Abnormal EEG
- Irregular Electroencephalogram
- Unusual Brain Wave Test
- EEG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9401: Abnormal electroencephalogram [EEG]
Also known as:
- Sleep Disorder
- Sleep Problem
- Sleep Disturbance
- Trouble Sleeping
ICD-10 Codes:
- G479: Sleep disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of Mental or Behavioral Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Past Mental Illness
- Previous Behavioral Health Issue
- History of Psychiatric Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8659: Personal history of other mental and behavioral disorders
Which procedures does Dr. Morkous perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sameh Morkous may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Morkous' office.
Does Dr. Morkous accept my insurance?
Dr. Morkous 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. Morkous accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Morkous 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Morkous' office located?
Dr. Sameh Morkous' Practice 3
1210 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 2400
Allentown, PA 18103
(610) 402-3888
What is Dr. Morkous's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Morkous's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609036565.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morkous?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Morkous
What is Dr. Sameh Morkous's specialty?
Dr. Morkous is a Pediatric Neurologist near Philadelphia, PA. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Morkous to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sameh Morkous affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Morkous is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton 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 Sameh Morkous accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sameh Morkous is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sameh Morkous offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Morkous's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sameh Morkous?
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