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Who is Dr. Koperwas, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Matthew Koperwas, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Koperwas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koperwas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koperwas’s office at (412) 622-7343.
What languages does Dr. Koperwas speak?
Dr. Koperwas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Koperwas treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Koperwas 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. Koperwas. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does Dr. Koperwas perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Koperwas performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Koperwas. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Koperwas accept my insurance?
Dr. Koperwas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 622-7343 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koperwas accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Koperwas in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Koperwas' office located?
Dr. Matthew Koperwas' Primary Practice
5889 Forbes Ave Ste 200
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 622-7343
What is Dr. Koperwas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koperwas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821478751.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koperwas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koperwas
What is Dr. Matthew Koperwas's specialty?
Dr. Koperwas is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Koperwas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Koperwas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Koperwas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Forbes Hospital, Allegheny Valley Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Matthew Koperwas accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Koperwas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Koperwas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koperwas's office at (412) 622-7343 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Koperwas?
Please contact Dr. Koperwas's office at (412) 622-7343 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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