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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fam, Surgeon in Wyomissing, PA?
Dr. John Fam, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wyomissing, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fam’s office.
What languages does Dr. Fam speak?
Dr. Fam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fam treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Fam 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. Fam. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Obesity
- Class 2 Obesity
- Overweight
- Class 1 Obesity
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- BMI Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- High Body Mass Index
- Significant Obesity
- Severe Obesity (Class 2)
- BMI Class 2 Obesity
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Mild Obesity
- Moderate Obesity
- BMI Class 1 Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E66813: Obesity, class 3
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- E66812: Obesity, class 2
- E663: Overweight
- E66811: Obesity, class 1
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Unhealthy Eating Habits
- Poor Diet
- Disordered Eating
- Nutritional Imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z724: Inappropriate diet and eating habits
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Stomach Removal
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastrectomy
- Absence of Stomach
- Missing Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z903: Acquired absence of stomach [part of]
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Tobacco Use
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Smoking habit
- Nicotine use
- Tobacco dependency
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z720: Tobacco use
Which procedures does Dr. Fam perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. John Fam may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fam's office.
Does Dr. Fam accept my insurance?
Dr. Fam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fam accept in Wyomissing, PA?
Dr. Fam in Wyomissing, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital BlueCross
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Fam's office located?
What is Dr. Fam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134488687.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fam
What is Dr. John Fam's specialty?
Dr. Fam is a Surgeon near Wyomissing, PA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Fam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Fam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fam is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health 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 John Fam accepting new patients in Wyomissing, PA?
Yes, Dr. John Fam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Fam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Fam?
Please contact Dr. Fam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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