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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sher, Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Daniel Sher, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sher graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Temple Univ Hosp, Gastroenterology; Metrohealth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sher’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sher’s office at (215) 742-9900.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sher?
Dr. Daniel Sher, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sher empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endoscopic Therapies, Pancreatic/Biliary Endoscopy (ERCP), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Sher is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Gastroenterology; Metrohealth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Temple University Hospital Program
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sher board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Sher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sher speak?
Dr. Sher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sher treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sher 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. Sher. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Heartburn
- Acid Reflux
- Indigestion
- GERD Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R12: Heartburn
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
What procedures does Dr. Sher perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sher 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. Sher. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Small Intestine Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Small Intestine Endoscopy to Stop Bleeding
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
- Enteroscopy with Biopsy
- Small Bowel Endoscopy
- Intestinal Biopsy (Endoscopic)
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
- Enteroscopy with Bleeding Control
- Small Bowel Endoscopy for Bleeding
- Deep Enteroscopy
- Intestinal Bleeding Treatment Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 44361: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
- 44366: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with control of bleeding (eg, injection, bipolar cautery, unipolar cautery, laser, heater probe, stapler, plasma coagulator)
Also known as:
- Esophageal Dilation (Bougie)
- Esophageal Widening
- Bougie Dilation of Esophagus
- Swallowing Tube Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 43450: Dilation of esophagus, by unguided sound or bougie, single or multiple passes
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
- Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Banding of Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Banding
CPT Codes:
- 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
- EGD with Polypectomy
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
- Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- ERCP with Gallstone Removal
- ERCP
- Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
- Biliary Duct Stone Removal
- Pancreatic Duct Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Wireless Esophageal pH Test
- Esophageal pH Test
- Bravo pH Test
- Esophageal Reflux Monitoring
- Acid Reflux Test
CPT Codes:
- 91035: Esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux test; with mucosal attached telemetry pH electrode placement, recording, analysis and interpretation
Does Dr. Sher accept my insurance?
Dr. Sher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 742-9900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sher accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Sher in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Health
Capital BlueCross
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sher's office located?
Dr. Daniel Sher's Primary Practice
700 Cottman Ave Ste 201
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 742-9900
What is Dr. Sher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225053259.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sher
What is Dr. Daniel Sher's specialty?
Dr. Sher is a Gastroenterologist near Philadelphia, PA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Sher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Daniel Sher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sher 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
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Is Daniel Sher accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Sher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Sher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sher's office at (215) 742-9900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Sher?
Please contact Dr. Sher's office at (215) 742-9900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Sher have?
Dr. Daniel Sher is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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