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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ketchem, Hospitalist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Claire Ketchem, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Ketchem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ketchem’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Ketchem typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Opioid Withdrawal
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid detox
- Opioid withdrawal syndrome
- Coming off opioids
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1123: Opioid dependence with withdrawal
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
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ketchem typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Claire Ketchem may include:
Please contact Dr. Ketchem's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 Hospitalist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Claire Ketchem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ketchem is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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