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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schefkind, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Adam Schefkind, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Schefkind is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schefkind’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schefkind’s office at (215) 955-9837.
What languages does Dr. Schefkind speak?
Dr. Schefkind and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schefkind typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schefkind 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. Schefkind. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schefkind typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Adam Schefkind may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Schefkind's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schefkind accept my insurance?
Dr. Schefkind accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-9837 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schefkind accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Schefkind in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Auxiant
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schefkind's office located?
Dr. Adam Schefkind's Primary Practice
1020 Sansom St Ste 1651B
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 955-9837
What is Dr. Schefkind's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schefkind's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316400807.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schefkind?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schefkind
What is Dr. Adam Schefkind's specialty?
Dr. Schefkind is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Adam Schefkind affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schefkind is affiliated with Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, Johnston-Willis Hospital, Hca Henrico Doctors' Hospital, Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Hca Chippenham 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
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Is Adam Schefkind accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Adam Schefkind is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adam Schefkind offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schefkind's office at (215) 955-9837 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adam Schefkind?
Please contact Dr. Schefkind's office at (215) 955-9837 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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