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Dr. Kathryn Cherefko, DO

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cherefko, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Kathryn Cherefko, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cherefko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cherefko’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cherefko’s office at (215) 612-5161.

    What languages does Dr. Cherefko speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cherefko treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cherefko 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. Cherefko. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Repeat Prescription Visit
    • Prescription Refill Appointment
    • Medication Renewal Visit
    • Follow-up for Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Cherefko perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathryn Cherefko may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cherefko's office.

    Does Dr. Cherefko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cherefko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 612-5161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • AlohaCare

    • Centene

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Mohawk Industries

    • SSM Health Care

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cherefko's office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Cherefko's Primary Practice

    10800 Knights Rd

    Philadelphia, PA 19114

    (215) 612-5161

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    Dr. Kathryn Cherefko's Practice 2

    12505 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

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    Dr. Kathryn Cherefko's Practice 3

    11820 Destination Dr

    Broomfield, CO 80021

    (720) 848-0000

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

    Dr. Cherefko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780022426.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cherefko?

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

    What is Dr. Kathryn Cherefko's specialty?

    Dr. Cherefko is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Cherefko to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathryn Cherefko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cherefko is affiliated with Pali Momi Medical Center, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Straub Benioff Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center 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 Kathryn Cherefko accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Cherefko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathryn Cherefko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cherefko's office at (215) 612-5161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Cherefko?

    Please contact Dr. Cherefko's office at (215) 612-5161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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