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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. George, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Bassem George, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. George is currently affiliated with Hahnemann University Hospital/ Drexel University. Dr. George is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. George’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. George’s office at (215) 762-2514.
What languages does Dr. George speak?
Dr. George and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. George typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. George 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. George. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. George typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bassem George may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. George's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. George accept my insurance?
Dr. George accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 762-2514 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. George accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. George in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. George's office located?
Hahnemann University Hospital/ Drexel University
230 N Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 762-2514
What is Dr. George's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. George's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518106871.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. George?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. George
What is Dr. Bassem George's specialty?
Dr. George is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Bassem George affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. George is affiliated with Upmc Washington, Adventhealth Ocala, Mountainview Regional Medical Center, Upmc Hamot, The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus, Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bassem George accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Bassem George is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bassem George offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (215) 762-2514 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bassem George?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (215) 762-2514 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. George
Hahnemann University Hospital/ Drexel University
230 N Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19102