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Dr. Peter Patitsas, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Huntingdon, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patitsas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Huntingdon, PA?

    Dr. Peter Patitsas, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Huntingdon, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Patitsas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patitsas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patitsas’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Patitsas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patitsas typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Patitsas 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. Patitsas. 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
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Patitsas typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Patitsas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Patitsas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patitsas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patitsas accept in Huntingdon, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Patitsas' office located?

    Dr. Peter Patitsas' Primary Practice

    1225 Warm Springs Ave

    Huntingdon, PA 16652

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    Dr. Peter Patitsas' Practice 2

    503 N 21st St

    Camp Hill, PA 17011

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    Dr. Peter Patitsas' Practice 3

    361 Alexander Spring Rd

    Carlisle, PA 17015

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

    Dr. Patitsas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770016396.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patitsas?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Patitsas's specialty?

    Dr. Patitsas is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Huntingdon, PA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Peter Patitsas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Patitsas is affiliated with Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center, Upmc Altoona, Mount Nittany Medical Center, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Peter Patitsas accepting new patients in Huntingdon, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Patitsas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Patitsas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patitsas' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Patitsas?

    Please contact Dr. Patitsas' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Patitsas' office located?

    Dr. Patitsas' offices are located in Huntingdon, PA, Camp Hill, PA, and Carlisle, PA.