Dr. James Springstead, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Springstead, Anesthesiologist in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. James Springstead, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Springstead completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Springstead is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Springstead’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Springstead’s office at (215) 829-3000.

Where did Dr. Springstead go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa

Is Dr. Springstead board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

Yes, Dr. James Springstead, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

What languages does Dr. Springstead speak?

Dr. Springstead and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Springstead typically treat?

As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Springstead 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. Springstead. 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:

Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
Osteoarthritis of the left hip
Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
Osteoarthritis of the knee
Osteoarthritis
Right Hip Arthritis
Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration
Right Knee Arthritis
Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

ICD-10 Codes:

M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
M179: Osteoarthritis of knee, unspecified

Also known as:

Kidney Stones
Renal Calculi
Nephrolithiasis
Kidney Calculi

ICD-10 Codes:

N200: Calculus of kidney

Also known as:

Elevated PSA Level
Prostate Cancer Screening
Prostate Disease
Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
Prostate Problems
High Prostate Specific Antigen
Abnormal PSA Test
Increased PSA

ICD-10 Codes:

R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

Also known as:

Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
BPH with LUTS
Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

ICD-10 Codes:

N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Springstead typically perform?

As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Springstead may include:

Please contact Dr. Springstead's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Springstead accept my insurance?

Dr. Springstead accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 829-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Springstead accept in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Springstead in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Fox Insurance Company
Humana
INDECS
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Springstead's office located?

Dr. James Springstead's Primary Practice

800 Spruce St

Philadelphia, PA 19107

(215) 829-3000

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Dr. James Springstead's Practice 2

408 Route 70 E

Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

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Dr. James Springstead's Practice 3

230 W Washington Sq

Philadelphia, PA 19106

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What hospitals are Dr. Springstead affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Springstead has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital,Philadelphia, PA

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Pennsylvania Hospital,Phila, PA

What is Dr. Springstead's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Springstead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295788693.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Springstead?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Springstead

What is Dr. James Springstead's specialty?

Dr. Springstead is an Anesthesiologist near Philadelphia, PA.

What does an Anesthesiologist do?

A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

Is Dr. James Springstead affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Springstead is affiliated with Penn Medicine Pennsylvania 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

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