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Dr. Shilu Joshi, MD

Dr. Shilu Joshi, MD

West Reading, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Joshi, Pediatrician in West Reading, PA?

    Dr. Shilu Joshi, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in West Reading, PA. Dr. Joshi graduated from Universal College of Medical Sciences. Dr. Joshi is fluent in English, Hindi, and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joshi’s office at (610) 372-9222.

    Where did Dr. Joshi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Universal College of Medical Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Joshi speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Nepali

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Joshi typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Joshi 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. Joshi. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Joshi typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Shilu Joshi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Joshi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Joshi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 372-9222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Joshi accept in West Reading, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Risant Health

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Joshi's office located?

    Dr. Shilu Joshi's Primary Practice

    655 Walnut St

    West Reading, PA 19611

    (610) 372-9222

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

    Dr. Joshi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811244254.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joshi?

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

    What is Dr. Shilu Joshi's specialty?

    Dr. Joshi is a Pediatrician near West Reading, PA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Shilu Joshi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Joshi is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Shilu Joshi accepting new patients in West Reading, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Shilu Joshi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shilu Joshi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Joshi's office at (610) 372-9222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shilu Joshi?

    Please contact Dr. Joshi's office at (610) 372-9222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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