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Who is Dr. Ponce, Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, PA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ponce?
Dr. Andres Ponce, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ponce empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Fibromyalgia, Lupus/SLE, Osteoarthritis, Raynaud's Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Ponce is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Ponce speak?
Dr. Ponce and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Ponce typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Ponce 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. Ponce. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis
- Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Ponce typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Andres Ponce may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Ponce's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ponce accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponce accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 928-3160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponce accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Ponce in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Ponce's office located?
Dr. Andres Ponce's Primary Practice
211 S 9th St Ste 600
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 928-3160
What hospitals are Dr. Ponce affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ponce has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Ponce's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568859924.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponce?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponce