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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Birnbaum, Rheumatologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Julius Birnbaum is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Birnbaum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birnbaum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birnbaum’s office at (410) 955-3052.
Is Dr. Birnbaum board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Julius Birnbaum is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Birnbaum speak?
Dr. Birnbaum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Birnbaum typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Birnbaum 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. Birnbaum. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Birnbaum typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Julius Birnbaum may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Birnbaum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Birnbaum accept my insurance?
Dr. Birnbaum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 955-3052 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birnbaum accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Birnbaum in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Highmark Health
Medicare
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Birnbaum's office located?
Dr. Julius Birnbaum's Primary Practice
580 S Aiken Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(410) 955-3052
What is Dr. Birnbaum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birnbaum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932245842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birnbaum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birnbaum
What is Dr. Julius Birnbaum's specialty?
Dr. Birnbaum is a Rheumatologist near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Julius Birnbaum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Birnbaum is affiliated with Upmc Washington, Butler Memorial 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Julius Birnbaum accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Julius Birnbaum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Julius Birnbaum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birnbaum's office at (410) 955-3052 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Julius Birnbaum?
Please contact Dr. Birnbaum's office at (410) 955-3052 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Julius Birnbaum have?
Dr. Julius Birnbaum is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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