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Dr. Elinore Kaufman, MD

Critical Care Surgeon, Surgeon

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kaufman, Critical Care Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Elinore Kaufman, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Kaufman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaufman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaufman’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Kaufman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Kaufman typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Kaufman 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. Kaufman. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    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:

    • Severe Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Acute abdomen
    • Sudden stomach pain
    • Emergency abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R100: Acute abdomen

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Low BP
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I9589: Other hypotension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Kaufman typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Elinore Kaufman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kaufman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kaufman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kaufman accept in Philadelphia, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kaufman's office located?

    Dr. Elinore Kaufman's Primary Practice

    800 Spruce St

    Philadelphia, PA 19107

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

    Dr. Kaufman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336438431.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaufman?

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

    What is Dr. Elinore Kaufman's specialty?

    Dr. Kaufman is a Critical Care Surgeon near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Elinore Kaufman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kaufman is affiliated with Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Riddle Hospital, Temple University 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 Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Elinore Kaufman accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Elinore Kaufman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elinore Kaufman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kaufman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elinore Kaufman?

    Please contact Dr. Kaufman's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kaufman's office located?

    Dr. Kaufman's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.