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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Joseph, Pediatrician in Reading, PA?
Dr. Shalu Joseph, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Reading, PA. Dr. Joseph is fluent in English and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joseph’s office at (610) 988-4838.
What languages does Dr. Joseph speak?
Dr. Joseph and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Malayalam
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Joseph typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Joseph 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. Joseph. 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:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Joseph typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Shalu Joseph 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
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Joseph accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 988-4838 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Joseph accept in Reading, PA?
Dr. Joseph in Reading, 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)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Risant Health
The Loomis Company
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Joseph's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Joseph affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Joseph has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Reading Hospital Tower Health,West Reading, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Reading Hospital Tower Health,West Reading, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center,Reading, PARanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center,Reading, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest,Allentown, PARanked General Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest,Allentown, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
St. Christophers Hospital For Children,Philadelphia, PA
St. Christophers Hospital For Children,Philadelphia, PA
What is Dr. Joseph's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Joseph's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700400298.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joseph?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Joseph
What is Dr. Shalu Joseph's specialty?
Dr. Joseph is a Pediatrician near Reading, 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 Dr. Shalu Joseph affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Joseph is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 Dr. Shalu Joseph accepting new patients in Reading, PA?
Yes, Dr. Shalu Joseph is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shalu Joseph offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (610) 988-4838 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shalu Joseph?
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (610) 988-4838 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Joseph's office located?
Dr. Joseph's office is located in Reading, PA.
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