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Dr. Alexandros Pappas, MD
Nuclear Medicine Specialist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pappas, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Alexandros Pappas, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pappas graduated from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center Program. Dr. Pappas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pappas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pappas’s office at (267) 357-5398.
Where did Dr. Pappas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
What languages does Dr. Pappas speak?
Dr. Pappas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pappas typically treat?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pappas 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. Pappas. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pappas typically perform?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexandros Pappas may include:
- Abdominal Nuclear Medicine Study
- Brain Perfusion Scan
- Gastric Emptying Scan
- Glucose Metabolic Imaging - FDG
- Hepatobiliary Imaging
- Iodine Treatment
- Nuclear Medicine Consultation
- Nuclear Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Pappas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pappas accept my insurance?
Dr. Pappas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (267) 357-5398 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pappas accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Pappas 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 PACE
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Jefferson Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Promedica Health Systems
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pappas' office located?
What is Dr. Pappas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pappas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891029625.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pappas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pappas
What is Dr. Alexandros Pappas's specialty?
Dr. Pappas is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist do?
Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones.
Is this Dr. Alexandros Pappas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pappas is affiliated with Atlanticare Regional Medical Center-Mainland Campus, Shore Medical Center, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Thomas Jefferson University 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 Nuclear Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexandros Pappas accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Alexandros Pappas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandros Pappas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pappas's office at (267) 357-5398 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandros Pappas?
Please contact Dr. Pappas's office at (267) 357-5398 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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