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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paglinco, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Samantha Paglinco, DO is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Paglinco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paglinco’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paglinco’s office at (215) 427-5127.
What languages does Dr. Paglinco speak?
Dr. Paglinco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Paglinco treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Paglinco 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. Paglinco. 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:
- Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Class 1 Obesity
- Class 2 Obesity
- Severe Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- BMI Class 3 Obesity
- Mild Obesity
- Moderate Obesity
- BMI Class 1 Obesity
- Significant Obesity
- Severe Obesity (Class 2)
- BMI Class 2 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E66813: Obesity, class 3
- E66811: Obesity, class 1
- E66812: Obesity, class 2
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Which procedures does Dr. Paglinco perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Samantha Paglinco may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Paglinco's office.
Does Dr. Paglinco accept my insurance?
Dr. Paglinco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 427-5127 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paglinco accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Paglinco in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Paglinco's office located?
Dr. Samantha Paglinco's Primary Practice
160 E Erie Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19134
(215) 427-5127
What is Dr. Paglinco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paglinco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922504836.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paglinco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paglinco
What is Dr. Samantha Paglinco's specialty?
Dr. Paglinco is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Philadelphia, PA. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Paglinco to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samantha Paglinco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paglinco is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Samantha Paglinco accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Samantha Paglinco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samantha Paglinco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paglinco's office at (215) 427-5127 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samantha Paglinco?
Please contact Dr. Paglinco's office at (215) 427-5127 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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