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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sasso, Hospitalist in Lancaster, PA?
Dr. Melissa Sasso, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, PA. Dr. Sasso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sasso’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sasso’s office at (717) 544-8144.
What languages does Dr. Sasso speak?
Dr. Sasso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sasso typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sasso 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. Sasso. 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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sasso typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Sasso may include:
Please contact Dr. Sasso's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sasso accept my insurance?
Dr. Sasso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 544-8144 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sasso accept in Lancaster, PA?
Dr. Sasso in Lancaster, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Sasso's office located?
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health Physicians
555 N Duke St
Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 544-8144
What is Dr. Sasso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sasso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861603276.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sasso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sasso
What is Dr. Melissa Sasso's specialty?
Dr. Sasso is a Hospitalist near Lancaster, 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. Melissa Sasso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sasso is affiliated with Penn Medicine Lancaster General 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melissa Sasso accepting new patients in Lancaster, PA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Sasso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Sasso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sasso's office at (717) 544-8144 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Sasso?
Please contact Dr. Sasso's office at (717) 544-8144 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Sasso
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health Physicians
555 N Duke St
Lancaster, PA 17602