Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nehru, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Whitehall, PA?
Dr. Dany Nehru, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Whitehall, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nehru completed his residency at Coney Island Hospital. Dr. Nehru is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nehru’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nehru’s office.
Where did Dr. Nehru go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Sacred Heart Hospital of Allentown
Residency: Coney Island Hospital
Medical School: Xavier University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Nehru board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Dany Nehru, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nehru speak?
Dr. Nehru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nehru typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nehru 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. Nehru. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nehru typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nehru performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nehru. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Nehru accept my insurance?
Dr. Nehru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nehru accept in Whitehall, PA?
Dr. Nehru in Whitehall, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers Life
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Nehru's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Nehru affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Nehru has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Nehru's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nehru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306074026.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nehru?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nehru
What is Dr. Dany Nehru's specialty?
Dr. Nehru is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Whitehall, PA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is Dr. Dany Nehru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nehru is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Dany Nehru accepting new patients in Whitehall, PA?
Yes, Dr. Dany Nehru is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dany Nehru offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nehru's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dany Nehru?
Please contact Dr. Nehru's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Nehru's office located?
Dr. Nehru's offices are located in Whitehall, PA, Center Valley, PA, and Allentown, PA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dany Nehru have?
Dr. Dany Nehru is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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