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Dr. Simon Atena, MD

New Castle, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Atena, Hospitalist in New Castle, PA?

    Dr. Simon Atena, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in New Castle, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Atena is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atena’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atena’s office at (302) 623-0188.

    What languages does Dr. Atena speak?

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

    • Amharic
    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Atena typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Atena 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. Atena. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Atena typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Simon Atena may include:

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

    Does Dr. Atena accept my insurance?

    Dr. Atena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 623-0188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Atena accept in New Castle, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Atena's office located?

    Dr. Simon Atena's Primary Practice

    1211 Wilmington Ave Fl Div

    New Castle, PA 16105

    (302) 623-0188

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    Dr. Simon Atena's Practice 2

    200 Lothrop St # 4

    Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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    Dr. Simon Atena's Practice 3

    9100 Babcock Blvd

    Pittsburgh, PA 15237

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    What hospitals are Dr. Atena affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Atena has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Upmc Jameson,New Castle, PA
    Tristar Skyline Medical Center,Nashville, TN
    Select Specialty Hospital - Tri-Cities,Bristol, TN

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

    Dr. Atena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598156309.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atena?

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

    What is Dr. Simon Atena's specialty?

    Dr. Atena is a Hospitalist near New Castle, PA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Simon Atena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Atena is affiliated with Upmc Passavant-Mccandless 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Simon Atena accepting new patients in New Castle, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Simon Atena is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Simon Atena offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Atena's office at (302) 623-0188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Simon Atena?

    Please contact Dr. Atena's office at (302) 623-0188 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Atena's office located?

    Dr. Atena's offices are located in New Castle, PA and Pittsburgh, PA.