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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kreston, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Rebecca Kreston, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kreston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kreston’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kreston’s office at (215) 955-6844.
What languages does Dr. Kreston speak?
Dr. Kreston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kreston treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kreston 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. Kreston. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Problem drinking with intoxication
- Alcohol poisoning
- Acute alcohol intoxication
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid Detoxification
- Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome
- Quitting Opioids Symptoms
- Opioid Addiction Withdrawal
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1193: Opioid use, unspecified with withdrawal
Also known as:
- Scalp Cut
- Wounds and Injuries
- Scalp laceration
- Deep scalp cut
- Head cut
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Which procedures does Dr. Kreston perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rebecca Kreston may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kreston's office.
Does Dr. Kreston accept my insurance?
Dr. Kreston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-6844 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kreston accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Kreston in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
The Shelter Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Kreston's office located?
Dr. Rebecca Kreston's Primary Practice
1020 Sansom St
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 955-6844
What is Dr. Kreston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kreston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952842155.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kreston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kreston
What is Dr. Rebecca Kreston's specialty?
Dr. Kreston is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Kreston to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Rebecca Kreston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kreston is affiliated with Jefferson Methodist Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia 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
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Is Rebecca Kreston accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Kreston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rebecca Kreston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kreston's office at (215) 955-6844 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rebecca Kreston?
Please contact Dr. Kreston's office at (215) 955-6844 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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