Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Falkensammer, Pediatric Cardiologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Christine Falkensammer, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. She is board certified. Dr. Falkensammer completed her residency at Miami Children's Hospital. Dr. Falkensammer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Falkensammer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Falkensammer’s office at (215) 590-1000.
Where did Dr. Falkensammer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pediatric Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX | Non-Invasive Imaging - Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX
Residency: Miami Children's Hospital
Is Dr. Falkensammer board certified as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christine Falkensammer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Falkensammer speak?
Dr. Falkensammer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Falkensammer treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Falkensammer 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. Falkensammer. 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:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
- O359XX0: Maternal care for (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, unspecified, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Fetal Heart Anomalies
- Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
- Fetal Cardiac Malformations
- Fetal Heart Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Falkensammer perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christine Falkensammer may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Falkensammer's office.
Does Dr. Falkensammer accept my insurance?
Dr. Falkensammer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 590-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Falkensammer accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Falkensammer in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Partners Plans
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Falkensammer's office located?
Dr. Christine Falkensammer's Primary Practice
3401 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 590-1000
What is Dr. Falkensammer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Falkensammer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679737753.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Falkensammer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Falkensammer
What is Dr. Christine Falkensammer's specialty?
Dr. Falkensammer is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Philadelphia, PA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Falkensammer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christine Falkensammer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Falkensammer is affiliated with Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, Redeemer Health, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Cardiologist?
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Is Christine Falkensammer accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Christine Falkensammer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Falkensammer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Falkensammer's office at (215) 590-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Falkensammer?
Please contact Dr. Falkensammer's office at (215) 590-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Falkensammer have?
Dr. Christine Falkensammer is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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