BS
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schellhase, Hospitalist in Chambersburg, PA?
Dr. Benjamin Schellhase, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chambersburg, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Schellhase is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schellhase’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schellhase’s office at (717) 217-4217.
What languages does Dr. Schellhase speak?
Dr. Schellhase and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Schellhase treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Schellhase 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. Schellhase. 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:
- Sepsis
- E. Coli Sepsis
- E. Coli Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Which procedures does Dr. Schellhase perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Schellhase may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schellhase's office.
Does Dr. Schellhase accept my insurance?
Dr. Schellhase accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 217-4217 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schellhase accept in Chambersburg, PA?
Dr. Schellhase in Chambersburg, 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)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Partners Plans
HealthComp
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schellhase's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Schellhase's Primary Practice
112 N 7th St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 217-4217
What is Dr. Schellhase's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schellhase's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134482383.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schellhase?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schellhase
What is Dr. Benjamin Schellhase's specialty?
Dr. Schellhase is a Hospitalist near Chambersburg, PA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Schellhase to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Schellhase affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schellhase is affiliated with WellSpan York Hospital, Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Benjamin Schellhase accepting new patients in Chambersburg, PA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Schellhase is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Schellhase offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schellhase's office at (717) 217-4217 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Schellhase?
Please contact Dr. Schellhase's office at (717) 217-4217 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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