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Who is Dr. Lofaso, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Peter Lofaso, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lofaso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lofaso’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lofaso’s office at (215) 612-2691.
What languages does Dr. Lofaso speak?
Dr. Lofaso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lofaso treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lofaso 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. Lofaso. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, 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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Lofaso perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Peter Lofaso may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lofaso's office.
Does Dr. Lofaso accept my insurance?
Dr. Lofaso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 612-2691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lofaso accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Lofaso 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Freedom Health
Independent Health
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Lofaso's office located?
Dr. Peter Lofaso's Primary Practice
3998 Red Lion Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19114
(215) 612-2691
What is Dr. Lofaso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lofaso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598086696.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lofaso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lofaso
What is Dr. Peter Lofaso's specialty?
Dr. Lofaso 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. Lofaso to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peter Lofaso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lofaso is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hca Florida Blake Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Peter Lofaso accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Lofaso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Lofaso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lofaso's office at (215) 612-2691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Lofaso?
Please contact Dr. Lofaso's office at (215) 612-2691 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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