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Dr. Derek Fikse, DO

Medical Toxicologist

Allentown, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fikse, Medical Toxicologist in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Derek Fikse, DO is a Medical Toxicologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fikse is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fikse’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fikse’s office at (610) 402-8000.

    What languages does Dr. Fikse speak?

    Dr. Fikse and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Fikse typically treat?

    As a Medical Toxicologist, Dr. Fikse 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. Fikse. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    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

    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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Fikse typically perform?

    As a Medical Toxicologist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Fikse may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fikse accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fikse accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 402-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fikse accept in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Fikse in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Fikse's office located?

    Dr. Derek Fikse's Primary Practice

    1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd

    Allentown, PA 18103

    (610) 402-8000

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    Dr. Derek Fikse's Practice 2

    3369 Route 100

    Macungie, PA 18062

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    Dr. Derek Fikse's Practice 3

    2545 Schoenersville Rd

    Bethlehem, PA 18017

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    What is Dr. Fikse's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fikse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528417599.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fikse?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fikse

    What is Dr. Derek Fikse's specialty?

    Dr. Fikse is a Medical Toxicologist near Allentown, PA.

    What does a Medical Toxicologist do?

    Medical toxicologists are physicians with expertise in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and monitoring of injuries and illnesses caused from exposure to drugs, chemicals, and biological or radiological agents. They are responsible to care in clinical, academic, governmental, and public health environments and often serve as leaders in poison control centers. Key focus areas of medical toxicology include acute drug poisoning, adverse drug reactions, drug abuse, addiction and withdrawal, exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials, preparedness for terrorist threats, venomous bites and stings, and environmental or workplace exposures.

    Is Dr. Derek Fikse affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fikse is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Geisinger Medical Center, Jefferson Stratford Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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 Medical Toxicologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Toxicologist. 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 Dr. Derek Fikse accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Derek Fikse is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Derek Fikse offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fikse's office at (610) 402-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Derek Fikse?

    Please contact Dr. Fikse's office at (610) 402-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fikse's office located?

    Dr. Fikse's offices are located in Allentown, PA, Macungie, PA, and Bethlehem, PA.