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Dr. Barbara Westerhaus, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Westerhaus, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Barbara Westerhaus, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Westerhaus is fluent in English, French, German, Gujarati, Hebrew, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westerhaus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westerhaus’s office at (215) 685-3803.

    What languages does Dr. Westerhaus speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • German

    • Gujarati

    • Hebrew

    • Spanish

    • Telugu

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Westerhaus typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Westerhaus 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. Westerhaus. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Westerhaus typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Barbara Westerhaus may include:

    Please contact Dr. Westerhaus' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Westerhaus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Westerhaus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 685-3803 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Westerhaus 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Westerhaus' office located?

    Dr. Barbara Westerhaus' Primary Practice

    700 Spruce St

    Philadelphia, PA 19106

    (215) 685-3803

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    Health Care Ctr 9

    131 E Chelten Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19144

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    Dr. Barbara Westerhaus' Practice 3

    321 W Girard Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19123

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

    Dr. Westerhaus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679868376.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westerhaus?

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

    What is Dr. Barbara Westerhaus's specialty?

    Dr. Westerhaus is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Barbara Westerhaus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Westerhaus is affiliated with Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Barbara Westerhaus accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Barbara Westerhaus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Barbara Westerhaus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Westerhaus's office at (215) 685-3803 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Barbara Westerhaus?

    Please contact Dr. Westerhaus's office at (215) 685-3803 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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