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Dr. Jessica Parsons, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Parsons, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Jessica Parsons, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Parsons graduated from University of Virginia Medical School. Dr. Parsons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parsons’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parsons’s office at (484) 622-0976.

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

    • Medical School: University of Virginia | University of Virginia Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Parsons speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Parsons treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Parsons 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. Parsons. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Which procedures does Dr. Parsons perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jessica Parsons may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Parsons' office.

    Does Dr. Parsons accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parsons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 622-0976 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Parsons' office located?

    Dr. Jessica Parsons' Primary Practice

    5501 Old York Rd Ste 331

    Philadelphia, PA 19141

    (484) 622-0976

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    Dr. Jessica Parsons' Practice 2

    245 N 15th St

    Philadelphia, PA 19102

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    Dr. Jessica Parsons' Practice 3

    559 W Germantown Pike

    Audubon, PA 19403

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

    Dr. Parsons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164659363.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parsons?

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

    What is Dr. Jessica Parsons's specialty?

    Dr. Parsons is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Parsons to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jessica Parsons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Parsons is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery 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 Jessica Parsons accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Jessica Parsons is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jessica Parsons offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parsons's office at (484) 622-0976 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jessica Parsons?

    Please contact Dr. Parsons's office at (484) 622-0976 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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