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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vancalcar, Hospitalist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Sara Ann Vancalcar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Vancalcar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vancalcar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vancalcar’s office.
What languages does Dr. Vancalcar speak?
Dr. Vancalcar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Vancalcar typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Vancalcar 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. Vancalcar. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
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:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Vancalcar typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Ann Vancalcar may include:
Please contact Dr. Vancalcar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vancalcar accept my insurance?
Dr. Vancalcar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vancalcar accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Vancalcar in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Vancalcar's office located?
What is Dr. Vancalcar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vancalcar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558595827.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vancalcar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vancalcar
What is Dr. Sara Ann Vancalcar's specialty?
Dr. Vancalcar is a Hospitalist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Sara Ann Vancalcar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vancalcar is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Paoli Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sara Ann Vancalcar accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sara Ann Vancalcar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Ann Vancalcar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vancalcar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Ann Vancalcar?
Please contact Dr. Vancalcar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Vancalcar
Symp Mgmt/Pall Care
3400 Civic Center Blvd # 2
Philadelphia, PA 19104