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Dr. Gerald Meis, DO

Ridley Park, PA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Meis, Pulmonologist in Ridley Park, PA?

    Dr. Gerald Meis, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Ridley Park, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Meis graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine. Dr. Meis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meis’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meis’s office at (610) 521-1300.

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

    • Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Meis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Meis treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Meis 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. Meis. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Long-term lung failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure
    • Chronic lung insufficiency
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
    • Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Use
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Smoking habit
    • Nicotine use
    • Tobacco dependency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z720: Tobacco use

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Secondhand Smoke Exposure
    • Secondhand Smoke
    • Passive Smoking
    • Environmental Tobacco Smoke Contact
    • Involuntary Smoking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7722: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (acute) (chronic)

    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

    Does Dr. Meis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Meis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 521-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Meis accept in Ridley Park, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Meis' office located?

    Dr. Gerald Meis' Primary Practice

    1 Bartol Ave Ste 14

    Ridley Park, PA 19078

    (610) 521-1300

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    Dr. Gerald Meis' Practice 2

    196 W Sproul Rd Ste 207

    Springfield, PA 19064

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    Dr. Gerald Meis' Practice 3

    5039 Township Line Rd Ste 101

    Drexel Hill, PA 19026

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

    Dr. Meis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801859947.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meis?

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

    What is Dr. Gerald Meis's specialty?

    Dr. Meis is a Pulmonologist near Ridley Park, PA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Meis to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gerald Meis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Meis is affiliated with Bryn Mawr Hospital, Lankenau Medical Center, Riddle 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

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    Is Gerald Meis accepting new patients in Ridley Park, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Meis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerald Meis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Meis's office at (610) 521-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gerald Meis?

    Please contact Dr. Meis's office at (610) 521-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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