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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. George, Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Michael George, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. George is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. George’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. George’s office at (610) 576-7700.
What languages does Dr. George speak?
Dr. George and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. George typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. George 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. George. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myositis
- Polymyositis
- Dermatomyositis
- Muscle Inflammation
- Inflammatory myopathy
- Idiopathic polymyositis
- Muscle inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3390: Dermatopolymyositis, unspecified, organ involvement unspecified
- M3320: Polymyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Dermatomyositis without muscle weakness
- Dermatomyositis sine myositis
- DM without muscle involvement
- Adult skin inflammation without muscle pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3313: Other dermatomyositis without myopathy
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. George typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael George may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. George's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. George accept my insurance?
Dr. George accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 576-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. George accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. George in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. George's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. George affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. George has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center,Philadelphia, PARanked in 2 Procedures
Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Virtua Voorhees Hospital,Voorhees, NJRanked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Virtua Voorhees Hospital,Voorhees, NJ
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus,Dover, DERanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus,Dover, DE
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center,Wilkes-Barre, PARanked Lung Cancer Surgery
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center,Wilkes-Barre, PA
Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street,Pottsville, PARanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street,Pottsville, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
What is Dr. George's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. George's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104002039.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. George?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. George
What is Dr. Michael George's specialty?
Dr. George is a Rheumatologist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is Dr. Michael George affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. George is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street 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 Dr. Michael George accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Michael George is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael George offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (610) 576-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael George?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (610) 576-7700 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. George's office located?
Dr. George's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.
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