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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. 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
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- BMI Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E66813: Obesity, class 3
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:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does Dr. Fam perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Fam performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
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, Pottstown Hospital, Phoenixville 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 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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