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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Distefano, Hospitalist in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Francis Distefano, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Distefano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Distefano’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Distefano’s office at (610) 691-6248.
What languages does Dr. Distefano speak?
Dr. Distefano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Distefano treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Distefano 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. Distefano. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Body-Wide Inflammation (Non-Infectious, No Organ Damage)
- SIRS without Organ Dysfunction
- Non-Infectious Systemic Inflammation
- Generalized Inflammation without Organ Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6510: Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) of non-infectious origin without acute organ dysfunction
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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
Which procedures does Dr. Distefano perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Francis Distefano may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Distefano's office.
Does Dr. Distefano accept my insurance?
Dr. Distefano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 691-6248 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Distefano accept in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Distefano in Bethlehem, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Capital BlueCross
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Spectrum
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Distefano's office located?
Dr. Francis Distefano's Primary Practice
2545 Schoenersville Rd
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 691-6248
What is Dr. Distefano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Distefano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033592720.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Distefano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Distefano
What is Dr. Francis Distefano's specialty?
Dr. Distefano is a Hospitalist near Bethlehem, PA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Distefano to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francis Distefano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Distefano is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Francis Distefano accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?
Yes, Dr. Francis Distefano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Distefano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Distefano's office at (610) 691-6248 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Distefano?
Please contact Dr. Distefano's office at (610) 691-6248 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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