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Dr. Michael Faretta, MD

Chambersburg, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Faretta, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chambersburg, PA?

    Dr. Michael Faretta, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chambersburg, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Faretta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faretta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faretta’s office at (717) 267-7146.

    What languages does Dr. Faretta speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Faretta typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Faretta 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. Faretta. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Faretta typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Faretta may include:

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

    Does Dr. Faretta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Faretta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 267-7146 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Faretta accept in Chambersburg, PA?

    Dr. Faretta in Chambersburg, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Mpsers

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Faretta's office located?

    Wellspan Chambersburg Er Physicians

    112 N 7th St

    Chambersburg, PA 17201

    (717) 267-7146

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    Hosp Emergency Dept

    501 E Main St

    Waynesboro, PA 17268

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    Dr. Michael Faretta's Practice 3

    176 S Coldbrook Ave

    Chambersburg, PA 17201

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

    Dr. Faretta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043639057.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faretta?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Faretta's specialty?

    Dr. Faretta is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chambersburg, PA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Michael Faretta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Faretta is affiliated with Wellspan York 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Michael Faretta accepting new patients in Chambersburg, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Faretta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Faretta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Faretta's office at (717) 267-7146 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Faretta?

    Please contact Dr. Faretta's office at (717) 267-7146 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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