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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alexander, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Narberth, PA?
Dr. Alison Alexander, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Narberth, PA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office.
What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?
Dr. Alexander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alexander treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Which procedures does Dr. Alexander perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alison Alexander may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alexander's office.
Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in Narberth, PA?
Dr. Alexander in Narberth, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?
What is Dr. Alexander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215096243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alexander
What is Dr. Alison Alexander's specialty?
Dr. Alexander is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Narberth, PA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Alexander to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alison Alexander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alexander is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alison Alexander accepting new patients in Narberth, PA?
Yes, Dr. Alison Alexander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alison Alexander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alison Alexander?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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