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Dr. George Yurko, DO

Shickshinny, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yurko, Family Medicine Specialist in Shickshinny, PA?

    Dr. George Yurko, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shickshinny, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Yurko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yurko’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yurko’s office at (570) 704-4235.

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

    • Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Yurko speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Yurko treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Yurko 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. Yurko. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tracheitis
    • Tracheal Disorder
    • Windpipe Inflammation
    • Tracheal Infection
    • Bronchial Tube Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0410: Acute tracheitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E663: Overweight

    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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Coronavirus Infection
    • Coronavirus
    • Common Cold Coronavirus
    • Respiratory Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B342: Coronavirus infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Which procedures does Dr. Yurko perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. George Yurko may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yurko's office.

    Does Dr. Yurko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yurko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 704-4235 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yurko accept in Shickshinny, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Advantage

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital BlueCross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yurko's office located?

    Dr. George Yurko's Primary Practice

    26 N Main St

    Shickshinny, PA 18655

    (570) 704-4235

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    Dr. George Yurko's Practice 2

    404 Ridge St

    Freeland, PA 18224

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    Dr. George Yurko's Practice 3

    276 E End Ctr

    Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

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

    Dr. Yurko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154404291.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yurko?

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

    What is Dr. George Yurko's specialty?

    Dr. Yurko is a Family Medicine Specialist near Shickshinny, PA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Yurko to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. George Yurko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yurko is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 George Yurko accepting new patients in Shickshinny, PA?

    Yes, Dr. George Yurko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Yurko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yurko's office at (570) 704-4235 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with George Yurko?

    Please contact Dr. Yurko's office at (570) 704-4235 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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