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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ketchem, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Claire Ketchem, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ketchem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ketchem’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ketchem’s office at (215) 955-6161.
What languages does Dr. Ketchem speak?
Dr. Ketchem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ketchem treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ketchem 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. Ketchem. 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.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Ketchem perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Claire Ketchem 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ketchem's office.
Does Dr. Ketchem accept my insurance?
Dr. Ketchem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ketchem accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Ketchem in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Ketchem's office located?
Dr. Claire Ketchem's Primary Practice
111 S 11th St
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 955-6161
What is Dr. Ketchem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ketchem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932632049.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ketchem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ketchem
What is Dr. Claire Ketchem's specialty?
Dr. Ketchem is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
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.
Contact Dr. Ketchem to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Claire Ketchem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ketchem is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Claire Ketchem accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Claire Ketchem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claire Ketchem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ketchem's office at (215) 955-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claire Ketchem?
Please contact Dr. Ketchem's office at (215) 955-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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