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Dr. David Meckler, MD

Elkins Park, PA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Meckler, Pediatrician in Elkins Park, PA?

    Dr. David Meckler, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Elkins Park, PA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Meckler graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Nat'L Naval Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Meckler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meckler’s office.

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

    • Residency: Nat'L Naval Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Natls Naval Med Center | Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program

    • Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University | Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Is Dr. Meckler board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. David Meckler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Meckler speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Meckler typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Meckler 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. Meckler. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms
    • Nasal Congestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Meckler typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Meckler performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Meckler. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Meckler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Meckler 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. Meckler accept in Elkins Park, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Meckler's office located?

    Dr. David Meckler's Primary Practice

    1939 W Cheltenham Ave

    Elkins Park, PA 19027

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

    Dr. Meckler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740227891.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meckler?

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

    What is Dr. David Meckler's specialty?

    Dr. Meckler is a Pediatrician near Elkins Park, PA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. David Meckler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Meckler is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Abington 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is David Meckler accepting new patients in Elkins Park, PA?

    Yes, Dr. David Meckler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Meckler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Meckler's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Meckler?

    Please contact Dr. Meckler's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Meckler have?

    Dr. David Meckler is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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