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Dr. Richard Latuska, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. Dr. Latuska is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Latuska’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Latuska typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, 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:

    • 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
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Latuska typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Latuska may include:

    Please contact Dr. Latuska's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Latuska's office located?

    Division Of Emergency Medicine

    3401 Civic Center Blvd

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 590-3948

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    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.

    What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Richard Latuska affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Latuska is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Silver Cross Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish 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

    When to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    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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