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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gerber, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Alexis Gerber, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gerber is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gerber’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gerber’s office at (215) 955-8900.
What languages does Dr. Gerber speak?
Dr. Gerber and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gerber typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gerber 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. Gerber. 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:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Acute Necrotizing Pancreatitis
- Chronic Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Hereditary pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
- Pancreas Tissue Death
- Necrotic Pancreatitis
- Long-Term Pancreas Inflammation
- Ongoing Pancreatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
- K8591: Acute pancreatitis with uninfected necrosis, unspecified
- K861: Other chronic pancreatitis
Also known as:
- Achalasia
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Achalasia
- Cardia Achalasia
- Difficulty Swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- K220: Achalasia of cardia
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- After Surgery
- Digestive Disease
- Postoperative Digestive Disorders
- Other GI Complications Post-Op
- Problems After Digestive Procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K9189: Other postprocedural complications and disorders of digestive system
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gerber typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Gerber performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Gerber. 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:
- POEM Procedure (Esophageal Myotomy)
- Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy
- Esophageal Muscle Cutting
- Achalasia Treatment
- Transoral Esophageal Myotomy
CPT Codes:
- 43497: Lower esophageal myotomy, transoral (ie, peroral endoscopic myotomy [POEM])
Does Dr. Gerber accept my insurance?
Dr. Gerber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gerber accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Gerber 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gerber's office located?
What is Dr. Gerber's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gerber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174990451.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gerber?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gerber
What is Dr. Alexis Gerber's specialty?
Dr. Gerber is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alexis Gerber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gerber is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Methodist Hospital, St. Mary Medical Center - Langhorne, Pa, Riddle Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, Jefferson Stratford Hospital 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 Alexis Gerber accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Alexis Gerber is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexis Gerber offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gerber's office at (215) 955-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexis Gerber?
Please contact Dr. Gerber's office at (215) 955-8900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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