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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Serafini, Family Medicine Specialist in Erie, PA?
Dr. Christopher Serafini, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Erie, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Serafini graduated from Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at St Vincent Health Center Program. Dr. Serafini is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Serafini’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Serafini’s office at (814) 898-2576.
Where did Dr. Serafini go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincent Health Center Program
Medical School: LAKE ERIE COLL OF OSTEO MEDICINE | Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Serafini board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Serafini, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Serafini speak?
Dr. Serafini and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Serafini treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Serafini 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. Serafini. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Serafini perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Serafini may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Serafini's office.
Does Dr. Serafini accept my insurance?
Dr. Serafini accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 898-2576 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Serafini accept in Erie, PA?
Dr. Serafini in Erie, 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
Banner Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicare
Motor Club of America
State of Tennessee
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Serafini's office located?
Dr. Christopher Serafini's Primary Practice
4950 Buffalo Rd
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 898-2576
What is Dr. Serafini's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Serafini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043535453.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Serafini?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Serafini
What is Dr. Christopher Serafini's specialty?
Dr. Serafini is a Family Medicine Specialist near Erie, PA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Serafini to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Serafini affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Serafini is affiliated with AHN Saint Vincent Hospital, UPMC Hamot, Warren General 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Christopher Serafini accepting new patients in Erie, PA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Serafini is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Serafini offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Serafini's office at (814) 898-2576 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Serafini?
Please contact Dr. Serafini's office at (814) 898-2576 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Serafini have?
Dr. Christopher Serafini is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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