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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scheerer, Internist in West Reading, PA?
Dr. Astrid Scheerer, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Reading, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Scheerer is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scheerer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scheerer’s office.
Where did Dr. Scheerer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Scheerer board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Astrid Scheerer, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Scheerer speak?
Dr. Scheerer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Scheerer typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Scheerer 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. Scheerer. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Scheerer typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Astrid Scheerer may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Scheerer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Scheerer accept my insurance?
Dr. Scheerer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scheerer accept in West Reading, PA?
Dr. Scheerer in West Reading, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Scheerer's office located?
What is Dr. Scheerer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scheerer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982895645.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scheerer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scheerer
What is Dr. Astrid Scheerer's specialty?
Dr. Scheerer is a Internist near West Reading, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Astrid Scheerer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scheerer is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital 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
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Is Astrid Scheerer accepting new patients in West Reading, PA?
Yes, Dr. Astrid Scheerer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Astrid Scheerer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scheerer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Astrid Scheerer?
Please contact Dr. Scheerer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Astrid Scheerer have?
Dr. Astrid Scheerer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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