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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Collins, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Elizabeth Collins, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Collins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Collins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Collins’s office.
What languages does Dr. Collins speak?
Dr. Collins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Collins typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Collins 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. Collins. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Nerve Damage
- Drug Reactions
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Medication-Induced Neuropathy
- Toxic Neuropathy
- Drug-Related Nerve Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G620: Drug-induced polyneuropathy
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Collins typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Collins may include:
Please contact Dr. Collins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Collins accept my insurance?
Dr. Collins 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. Collins accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Collins in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Collins' office located?
What is Dr. Collins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Collins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548689581.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Collins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Collins
What is Dr. Elizabeth Collins's specialty?
Dr. Collins is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Collins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Collins is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Methodist Hospital, Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay Medical Center, Hackensack University 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Collins accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Collins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Collins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Collins's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Collins?
Please contact Dr. Collins's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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