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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Serafi, Rheumatologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Sam Serafi, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Serafi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Serafi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Serafi’s office at (410) 494-1888.
What languages does Dr. Serafi speak?
Dr. Serafi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Serafi treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Serafi 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. Serafi. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's disease
- Marie-Strümpell disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M456: Ankylosing spondylitis lumbar region
Which procedures does Dr. Serafi perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sam Serafi may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Serafi's office.
Does Dr. Serafi accept my insurance?
Dr. Serafi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 494-1888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Serafi accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Serafi in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Johns Hopkins
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Serafi's office located?
Dr. Sam Serafi's Primary Practice
1220B E Joppa Rd Ste 310
Baltimore, MD 21286
(410) 494-1888
What is Dr. Serafi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Serafi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538427588.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Serafi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Serafi
What is Dr. Sam Serafi's specialty?
Dr. Serafi is a Rheumatologist near Baltimore, MD. 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. Contact Dr. Serafi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sam Serafi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Serafi is affiliated with Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center 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
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Is Sam Serafi accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Sam Serafi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sam Serafi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Serafi's office at (410) 494-1888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sam Serafi?
Please contact Dr. Serafi's office at (410) 494-1888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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