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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Axelrod, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. David Axelrod, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Axelrod graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, General Surgery. Dr. Axelrod is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Axelrod’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Axelrod’s office at (215) 503-2455.
Where did Dr. Axelrod go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, General Surgery | University Vt/Fletcher Allen Hlthcare | University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care Program
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Is Dr. Axelrod board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. David Axelrod, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Axelrod speak?
Dr. Axelrod and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Axelrod typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Axelrod 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. Axelrod. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell-Hemoglobin C Disease
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
- Hb SC Disease
- Sickle Hemoglobin C Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
- D5720: Sickle-cell/Hb-C disease without crisis
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Axelrod typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. David Axelrod may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Axelrod's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Axelrod accept my insurance?
Dr. Axelrod accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 503-2455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Axelrod accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Axelrod in Philadelphia, 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Axelrod's office located?
What is Dr. Axelrod's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Axelrod's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629096383.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Axelrod?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Axelrod
What is Dr. David Axelrod's specialty?
Dr. Axelrod is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. David Axelrod affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Axelrod is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Stratford Hospital, Jefferson Abington Hospital, Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill, Lankenau 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
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Is David Axelrod accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. David Axelrod is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Axelrod offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Axelrod's office at (215) 503-2455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Axelrod?
Please contact Dr. Axelrod's office at (215) 503-2455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Axelrod have?
Dr. David Axelrod is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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