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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Behme, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Matthew Behme, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Behme is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behme’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behme’s office at (215) 456-6500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Behme?
Dr. Matthew Behme, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist 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. Behme empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Wellness Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Behme is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Behme board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Behme, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Behme speak?
Dr. Behme and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Behme typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Behme 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. Behme. 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 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Blood Alcohol and Drug Testing
- Blood Alcohol Level
- Drug Testing
- Drug Screening
- BAC Test
- Toxicology Screen
- Substance Use Testing
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0283: Encounter for blood-alcohol and blood-drug test
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
- Opioid Addiction in Recovery
- Past Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Abuse in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Behme typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Behme may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Behme's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Behme accept my insurance?
Dr. Behme 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. Behme accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Behme in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
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. Behme's office located?
Dr. Matthew Behme's Primary Practice
5501 Old York Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 456-6500
What is Dr. Behme's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Behme's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205042918.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behme?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Behme
What is Dr. Matthew Behme's specialty?
Dr. Behme is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Matthew Behme affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Behme 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
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Is Matthew Behme accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Behme is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Behme offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Behme's office at (215) 456-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Behme?
Please contact Dr. Behme's office at (215) 456-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Behme have?
Dr. Matthew Behme is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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