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Dr. Richard Latuska, MD
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Latuska, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Richard Latuska, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Latuska is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Latuska’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Latuska’s office at (215) 590-3948.
What languages does Dr. Latuska speak?
Dr. Latuska and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Latuska treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Latuska 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. Latuska. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Enterovirus Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
- Enteroviral disease
- Intestinal virus infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
- B341: Enterovirus infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, 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:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Latuska perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Latuska may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Latuska's office.
Does Dr. Latuska accept my insurance?
Dr. Latuska accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 590-3948 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Latuska accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Latuska in Philadelphia, 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
Centene
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Latuska's office located?
Dr. Richard Latuska's Primary Practice
3401 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 590-3948
What is Dr. Latuska's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Latuska's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629457965.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Latuska?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Latuska
What is Dr. Richard Latuska's specialty?
Dr. Latuska is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Latuska to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Latuska affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Latuska is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Richard Latuska accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Latuska is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Latuska offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Latuska's office at (215) 590-3948 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Latuska?
Please contact Dr. Latuska's office at (215) 590-3948 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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