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Dr. Agnes Simmons

Philadelphia, PA

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simmons, Adult Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Agnes Simmons is an Adult Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. She has been practicing for over 42 years. Dr. Simmons graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed her residency at FRANKFORD HOSPITAL. Dr. Simmons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simmons’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simmons’s office at (215) 747-1744.

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

    • Residency: FRANKFORD HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    What languages does Dr. Simmons speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Simmons typically treat?

    As an Adult Medicine Specialist, Dr. Simmons 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. Simmons. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E663: Overweight
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Simmons typically perform?

    As an Adult Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Agnes Simmons may include:

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

    Does Dr. Simmons accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simmons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 747-1744 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simmons accept in Philadelphia, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Independence Health Group

    • Independent Health Association

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Simmons' office located?

    Dr. Agnes Simmons' Primary Practice

    6201 Chestnut St

    Philadelphia, PA 19139

    (215) 747-1744

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

    Dr. Simmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770650970.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simmons?

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

    What is Dr. Agnes Simmons's specialty?

    Dr. Simmons is a Adult Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does an Adult Medicine Specialist do?

    The NUCC advises against using this code and suggests selecting a more suitable one.

    Is this Dr. Agnes Simmons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simmons is affiliated with Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Lankenau Medical Center, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania 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 an Adult Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Adult 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 Agnes Simmons accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Agnes Simmons is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Agnes Simmons offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (215) 747-1744 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Agnes Simmons?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (215) 747-1744 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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