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Dr. Alexander Fiks, MD

Pediatrician

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Fiks, Pediatrician in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Alexander Fiks, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Fiks completed his residency at Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Pediatrics. Dr. Fiks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fiks’s office at (267) 425-9800.

    Where did Dr. Fiks go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Pediatrics | Children's Hospital Philadelphia

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Fiks board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Fiks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Fiks speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fiks typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Fiks 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. Fiks. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fiks typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Fiks may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fiks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fiks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (267) 425-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fiks accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Fiks 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)

    • Jefferson Health

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    Where is Dr. Fiks' office located?

    Dr. Alexander Fiks' Primary Practice

    225 S 63rd St

    Philadelphia, PA 19139

    (267) 425-9800

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    St Leonards Court Suite 110

    39 Th And Chestnut St St Leonards Court Suite 110

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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

    Dr. Fiks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780605360.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fiks?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Fiks's specialty?

    Dr. Fiks is a Pediatrician near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Alexander Fiks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Fiks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Alexander Fiks accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Fiks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Fiks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fiks' office at (267) 425-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Fiks?

    Please contact Dr. Fiks' office at (267) 425-9800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fiks' office located?

    Dr. Fiks' office is located in Philadelphia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Fiks have?

    Dr. Alexander Fiks is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.