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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silverman, Critical Care Internist in Lewistown, PA?
Dr. Benjamin Silverman, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Lewistown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Silverman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silverman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silverman’s office.
What languages does Dr. Silverman speak?
Dr. Silverman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Silverman treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Silverman 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. Silverman. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Silverman perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Silverman may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Silverman's office.
Does Dr. Silverman accept my insurance?
Dr. Silverman 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. Silverman accept in Lewistown, PA?
Dr. Silverman in Lewistown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Silverman's office located?
What is Dr. Silverman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silverman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205195096.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silverman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silverman
What is Dr. Benjamin Silverman's specialty?
Dr. Silverman is a Critical Care Internist near Lewistown, PA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Silverman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Silverman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silverman is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Critical Care Internist?
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Is Benjamin Silverman accepting new patients in Lewistown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Silverman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Silverman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silverman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Silverman?
Please contact Dr. Silverman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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