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Dr. Shimon Farkas, MD

Paoli, PA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Farkas, Anesthesiologist in Paoli, PA?

    Dr. Shimon Farkas, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Paoli, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Farkas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farkas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farkas’s office at (484) 565-1000.

    What languages does Dr. Farkas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Farkas treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Farkas 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. Farkas. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gum Disease
    • Periodontitis
    • Dental infection
    • Tooth root inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K044: Acute apical periodontitis of pulpal origin

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    Does Dr. Farkas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farkas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 565-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Farkas accept in Paoli, PA?

    Dr. Farkas in Paoli, 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

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Farkas' office located?

    Dr. Shimon Farkas' Primary Practice

    255 W Lancaster Ave

    Paoli, PA 19301

    (484) 565-1000

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    Dr. Shimon Farkas' Practice 2

    130 S Bryn Mawr Ave

    Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

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    Dr. Shimon Farkas' Practice 3

    744 Lancaster Ave

    Wayne, PA 19087

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

    Dr. Farkas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922412444.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farkas?

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

    What is Dr. Shimon Farkas's specialty?

    Dr. Farkas is a Anesthesiologist near Paoli, PA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Farkas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shimon Farkas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Farkas is affiliated with Paoli Hospital 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 Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Shimon Farkas accepting new patients in Paoli, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Shimon Farkas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shimon Farkas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Farkas's office at (484) 565-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shimon Farkas?

    Please contact Dr. Farkas's office at (484) 565-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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