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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gargiulo, Nephrologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Richard Gargiulo, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gargiulo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gargiulo’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gargiulo’s office at (215) 456-6970.
What languages does Dr. Gargiulo speak?
Dr. Gargiulo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gargiulo treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Gargiulo 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. Gargiulo. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Low Magnesium Levels
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hypomagnesemia
- Magnesium Deficiency
- Magnesium Imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8342: Hypomagnesemia
Also known as:
- Kidney Bone Disease
- Bone Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Renal Osteodystrophy
- Kidney-Related Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N250: Renal osteodystrophy
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Which procedures does Dr. Gargiulo perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Gargiulo may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gargiulo's office.
Does Dr. Gargiulo accept my insurance?
Dr. Gargiulo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 456-6970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gargiulo accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Gargiulo in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Gargiulo's office located?
Dr. Richard Gargiulo's Primary Practice
5401 Old York Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 456-6970
Dr. Richard Gargiulo's Practice 2
50 Township Line Rd
Elkins Park, PA 19027
(215) 456-6970
What is Dr. Gargiulo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gargiulo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154697027.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gargiulo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gargiulo
What is Dr. Richard Gargiulo's specialty?
Dr. Gargiulo is a Nephrologist near Philadelphia, PA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Gargiulo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Gargiulo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gargiulo 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 Richard Gargiulo accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Gargiulo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Gargiulo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gargiulo's office at (215) 456-6970 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Gargiulo?
Please contact Dr. Gargiulo's office at (215) 456-6970 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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