Dr. Dianna Falkowitz, MD

Philadelphia, PA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Falkowitz, Nephrologist in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Dianna Falkowitz, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Falkowitz graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Nephrology; Med Coll Of Pa Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Falkowitz is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Falkowitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Falkowitz’s office at (215) 863-6171.

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

Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Nephrology; Med Coll Of Pa Hosp, Internal Medicine | Med College Of Pa Hospital
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine

Is Dr. Falkowitz board certified as a Nephrologist?

Yes, Dr. Dianna Falkowitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Falkowitz speak?

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

English
Urdu

What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Falkowitz typically treat?

As a Nephrologist, Dr. Falkowitz 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. Falkowitz. 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:

End-Stage Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
Kidney Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease
ESRD
End-Stage Renal Failure
CKD Stage 3b
Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
CKD Stage 4
Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
CKD Stage 3a
CKD Stage 5
End-Stage Renal Disease

ICD-10 Codes:

N186: End stage renal disease
N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

Also known as:

Acute Kidney Failure
Kidney Failure
Acute Renal Failure
Sudden Kidney Failure

ICD-10 Codes:

N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

Also known as:

Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
Kidney Failure
Acute Tubular Necrosis
ATN
Kidney Tubule Death

ICD-10 Codes:

N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Falkowitz typically perform?

As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dianna Falkowitz may include:

Please contact Dr. Falkowitz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Falkowitz accept my insurance?

Dr. Falkowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 863-6171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Falkowitz accept in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Falkowitz in Philadelphia, 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
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System

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Where is Dr. Falkowitz's office located?

Dr. Dianna Falkowitz's Primary Practice

2821 Island Ave Ste 131

Philadelphia, PA 19153

(215) 863-6171

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Dr. Dianna Falkowitz's Practice 2

1501 Lansdowne Ave Ste 206

Darby, PA 19023

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What hospitals are Dr. Falkowitz affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Falkowitz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Bryn Mawr Hospital,Bryn Mawr, PA

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 7 Procedures

Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center,Philadelphia, PA

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital,Darby, PA

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

Dr. Falkowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457435976.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Falkowitz?

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

What is Dr. Dianna Falkowitz's specialty?

Dr. Falkowitz is a Nephrologist near Philadelphia, PA.

What does a Nephrologist do?

An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

Is Dr. Dianna Falkowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Falkowitz is affiliated with Bryn Mawr Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center 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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