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Who is Dr. Colao, Anesthesiologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Joseph Colao, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Colao is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colao’s office at (215) 349-8310.
What languages does Dr. Colao speak?
Dr. Colao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Colao treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Colao 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. Colao. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
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
Which procedures does Dr. Colao perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Colao may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Colao's office.
Does Dr. Colao accept my insurance?
Dr. Colao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 349-8310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Colao accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Colao 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
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Colao's office located?
Dr. Joseph Colao's Primary Practice
3737 Market St Fl 5
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 349-8310
What is Dr. Colao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154826774.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colao
What is Dr. Joseph Colao's specialty?
Dr. Colao is a Anesthesiologist near Philadelphia, PA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Colao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Colao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Colao is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Joseph Colao accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Colao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Colao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colao's office at (215) 349-8310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Colao?
Please contact Dr. Colao's office at (215) 349-8310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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