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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Amin, Hospitalist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Shefali Amin, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Amin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amin’s office at (570) 808-7300.
What languages does Dr. Amin speak?
Dr. Amin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Amin treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Amin 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. Amin. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Amin perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Shefali Amin may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Amin's office.
Does Dr. Amin accept my insurance?
Dr. Amin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 808-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amin accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Amin in Wilkes Barre, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Amin's office located?
Dr. Shefali Amin's Primary Practice
1000 E Mountain Dr
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
(570) 808-7300
What is Dr. Amin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083297204.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amin
What is Dr. Shefali Amin's specialty?
Dr. Amin is a Hospitalist near Wilkes Barre, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Amin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shefali Amin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amin is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Shefali Amin accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Shefali Amin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shefali Amin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amin's office at (570) 808-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shefali Amin?
Please contact Dr. Amin's office at (570) 808-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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