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Dr. Christopher John Larosa, MD

Pediatric Nephrologist, Nephrologist

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Larosa, Pediatric Nephrologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Christopher John Larosa, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Larosa graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine. Dr. Larosa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Larosa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Larosa’s office.

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

    • Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Larosa speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Larosa typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Larosa 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. Larosa. 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:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Larosa typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher John Larosa may include:

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

    Does Dr. Larosa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Larosa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Larosa in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Larosa's office located?

    Dr. Christopher John Larosa's Primary Practice

    3401 Civic Center Blvd

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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

    Dr. Larosa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063623544.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Larosa?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher John Larosa's specialty?

    Dr. Larosa is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.

    Is Dr. Christopher John Larosa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Larosa is affiliated with Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Phoenixville Hospital, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Nephrologist. 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. Christopher John Larosa accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher John Larosa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher John Larosa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Larosa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher John Larosa?

    Please contact Dr. Larosa's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Larosa's office located?

    Dr. Larosa's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.