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Dr. Gerard Pellegrini, DO
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pellegrini, Pediatrician in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Gerard Pellegrini, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pellegrini is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pellegrini’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pellegrini’s office at (215) 427-4067.
What languages does Dr. Pellegrini speak?
Dr. Pellegrini and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pellegrini treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Pellegrini 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. Pellegrini. 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:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
- Enteroviral Stomatitis
- Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
- HFMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
- B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Wheezing
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
- Whistling breath
- Wheezy breathing
- Asthmatic breathing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R062: Wheezing
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
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
Which procedures does Dr. Pellegrini perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Gerard Pellegrini may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pellegrini's office.
Does Dr. Pellegrini accept my insurance?
Dr. Pellegrini accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 427-4067 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pellegrini accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Pellegrini 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. Pellegrini's office located?
Dr. Gerard Pellegrini's Primary Practice
160 E Erie Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19134
(215) 427-4067
What is Dr. Pellegrini's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pellegrini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336707892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pellegrini?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pellegrini
What is Dr. Gerard Pellegrini's specialty?
Dr. Pellegrini is a Pediatrician near Philadelphia, PA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Pellegrini to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gerard Pellegrini affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pellegrini is affiliated with Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Bucks Hospital, Riddle 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 Gerard Pellegrini accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Pellegrini is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerard Pellegrini offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pellegrini's office at (215) 427-4067 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerard Pellegrini?
Please contact Dr. Pellegrini's office at (215) 427-4067 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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