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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Emerson, Family Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Laura Emerson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Emerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Emerson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Emerson’s office.
What languages does Dr. Emerson speak?
Dr. Emerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Emerson typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Emerson 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. Emerson. 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 Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Emerson typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Emerson may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Emerson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Emerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Emerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Emerson accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Emerson in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Emerson's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Emerson affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Emerson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center,Philadelphia, PARanked in 2 Procedures
Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital,Philadelphia, PARanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 9 Procedures
What is Dr. Emerson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Emerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114313228.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Emerson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Emerson
What is Dr. Laura Emerson's specialty?
Dr. Emerson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is Dr. Laura Emerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Emerson is affiliated with Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Dr. Laura Emerson accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Emerson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Emerson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Emerson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Emerson?
Please contact Dr. Emerson's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Emerson's office located?
Dr. Emerson's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.
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