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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Safa, Adult Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Hussein Safa, MD is an Adult Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Safa is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safa’s office at (215) 456-6500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Safa?
Dr. Hussein Safa, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adult Medicine Specialist 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. Safa empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV Primary Care, HIV/AIDS, LGBTQ+ Health, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Safa is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Safa speak?
Dr. Safa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Safa typically treat?
As an Adult Medicine Specialist, Dr. Safa 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. Safa. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
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:
- Endocrine Disorder
- Endocrine Disease
- Hormone disorder
- Gland problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- E349: Endocrine disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
- PrEP for HIV
- HIV Prevention Medication
- Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2981: Encounter for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Safa typically perform?
As an Adult Medicine Specialist, Dr. Safa performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Safa. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Safa accept my insurance?
Dr. Safa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 456-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Safa accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Safa in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Safa's office located?
Dr. Hussein Safa's Primary Practice
5501 Old York Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 456-6500
What is Dr. Safa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Safa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972036515.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Safa
What is Dr. Hussein Safa's specialty?
Dr. Safa 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. Hussein Safa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Safa is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hussein Safa accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Hussein Safa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hussein Safa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Safa's office at (215) 456-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hussein Safa?
Please contact Dr. Safa's office at (215) 456-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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