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Dr. Shekar Srinivas, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Srinivas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Shekar Srinivas, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Srinivas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Srinivas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Srinivas’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Srinivas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Srinivas typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Srinivas 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. Srinivas. 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:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Srinivas typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shekar Srinivas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Srinivas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Srinivas 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. Srinivas accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Srinivas in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Srinivas' office located?

    Dept Of Emergency Medicine

    230 N Broad St

    Philadelphia, PA 19102

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

    Dr. Srinivas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649566522.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Srinivas?

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

    What is Dr. Shekar Srinivas's specialty?

    Dr. Srinivas is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Shekar Srinivas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Srinivas is affiliated with Washington Hospital Healthcare System, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Shekar Srinivas accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Shekar Srinivas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shekar Srinivas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Srinivas' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shekar Srinivas?

    Please contact Dr. Srinivas' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Srinivas' office located?

    Dr. Srinivas' office is located in Philadelphia, PA.