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Dr. Kathleen Effler, MD
Wynnewood, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Effler, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Wynnewood, PA?
Dr. Kathleen Effler, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Wynnewood, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Effler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Effler’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Effler’s office at (302) 733-4250.
What languages does Dr. Effler speak?
Dr. Effler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Effler treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Effler 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. Effler. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Failure to Thrive
- Geriatric Failure to Thrive
- Unexplained Decline in Adults
- Wasting Syndrome in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- R627: Adult failure to thrive
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Which procedures does Dr. Effler perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kathleen Effler may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Effler's office.
Does Dr. Effler accept my insurance?
Dr. Effler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 733-4250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Effler accept in Wynnewood, PA?
Dr. Effler in Wynnewood, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employers Health Options
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Effler's office located?
Dr. Kathleen Effler's Primary Practice
100 E Lancaster Ave
Wynnewood, PA 19096
(302) 733-4250
Dr. Kathleen Effler's Practice 3
255 W Lancaster Ave Ste 424
Paoli, PA 19301
(484) 337-2580
What is Dr. Effler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Effler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326332339.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Effler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Effler
What is Dr. Kathleen Effler's specialty?
Dr. Effler is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Wynnewood, PA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Effler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kathleen Effler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Effler is affiliated with Paoli 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Kathleen Effler accepting new patients in Wynnewood, PA?
Yes, Dr. Kathleen Effler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathleen Effler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Effler's office at (302) 733-4250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Effler?
Please contact Dr. Effler's office at (302) 733-4250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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