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Dr. Herman Brizuela, MD
Adult Medicine Specialist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Obstetrician & Gynecologist
,Family Medicine Specialist
Philadelphia, PA
45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brizuela, Adult Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Herman Brizuela, MD is an Adult Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 45 years. Dr. Brizuela completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Brizuela is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brizuela’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brizuela’s office at (215) 279-9666.
Where did Dr. Brizuela go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Hahnemann University Hospital
What languages does Dr. Brizuela speak?
Dr. Brizuela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brizuela typically treat?
As an Adult Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brizuela 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. Brizuela. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Unspecified Preventive Health Measures
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
- General Prophylactic Care
- Unspecified Disease Prevention
- Health Protection Visit
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
- Z299: Encounter for prophylactic measures, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
What procedures does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brizuela typically perform?
As an Adult Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Herman Brizuela may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Brizuela's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Brizuela accept my insurance?
Dr. Brizuela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 279-9666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brizuela accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Brizuela 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
FMH Benefit Services
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Brizuela's office located?
Dr. Herman Brizuela's Primary Practice
216 W Somerset St
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 279-9666
What is Dr. Brizuela's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brizuela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174744064.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brizuela?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brizuela
What is Dr. Herman Brizuela's specialty?
Dr. Brizuela is a Adult Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Adult Medicine Specialist do?
The NUCC advises against using this code and suggests selecting a more suitable one.
Is this Dr. Herman Brizuela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brizuela is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Temple University 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 an Adult Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Herman Brizuela accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Herman Brizuela is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Herman Brizuela offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brizuela's office at (215) 279-9666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Herman Brizuela?
Please contact Dr. Brizuela's office at (215) 279-9666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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