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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pepper, Rheumatologist in Wyomissing, PA?
Dr. Kristie Pepper, DO is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Wyomissing, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pepper is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pepper’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pepper’s office.
What languages does Dr. Pepper speak?
Dr. Pepper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Pepper typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Pepper 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. Pepper. 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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Pepper typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristie Pepper may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Pepper's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pepper accept my insurance?
Dr. Pepper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pepper accept in Wyomissing, PA?
Dr. Pepper in Wyomissing, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Mpsers
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
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Where is Dr. Pepper's office located?
What is Dr. Pepper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pepper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063778934.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pepper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pepper
What is Dr. Kristie Pepper's specialty?
Dr. Pepper is a Rheumatologist near Wyomissing, PA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Kristie Pepper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pepper is affiliated with Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center, Wellspan York 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 a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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 Kristie Pepper accepting new patients in Wyomissing, PA?
Yes, Dr. Kristie Pepper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristie Pepper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pepper's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristie Pepper?
Please contact Dr. Pepper's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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