Dr. Frank Ferrara, MD

Phila, PA

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Ferrara, Anesthesiologist in Phila, PA?

Dr. Frank Ferrara, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Phila, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Ferrara completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Anesthesiology; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Ferrara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferrara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferrara’s office at (215) 829-5664.

Where did Dr. Ferrara go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Anesthesiology; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Of Pa Health System
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa

Is Dr. Ferrara board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

Yes, Dr. Frank Ferrara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

What languages does Dr. Ferrara speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ferrara typically treat?

As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ferrara 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. Ferrara. 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:

Cataract
Cloudy Lens
Lens Opacity
Eye Clouding

ICD-10 Codes:

H269: Unspecified cataract

Also known as:

Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
Cataract
Diabetes Type 2
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetes-related cataract
Cloudy lens from diabetes
Diabetic eye cataract

ICD-10 Codes:

E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

Also known as:

Glaucoma
High eye pressure
Optic nerve damage
Ocular hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

H409: Unspecified glaucoma

Also known as:

Other Intraocular Lens Mechanical Problem
Cataract
Refractive Errors
Artificial lens mechanical issue
IOL complication
Implanted lens problem

ICD-10 Codes:

T8529XA: Other mechanical complication of intraocular lens, initial encounter

What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ferrara typically perform?

As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Frank Ferrara may include:

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

Does Dr. Ferrara accept my insurance?

Dr. Ferrara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 829-5664 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Ferrara accept in Phila, PA?

Dr. Ferrara in Phila, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Fox Insurance Company
Highmark Health
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Ferrara's office located?

Dr. Frank Ferrara's Primary Practice

800 Spruce St

Phila, PA 19107

(215) 829-5664

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Dr. Frank Ferrara's Practice 2

8835 Germantown Ave

Philadelphia, PA 19118

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

Dr. Ferrara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629000559.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferrara?

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

What is Dr. Frank Ferrara's specialty?

Dr. Ferrara is an Anesthesiologist near Phila, PA.

What does an Anesthesiologist do?

A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

Is Dr. Frank Ferrara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Ferrara is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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