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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Primelo, Psychiatrist in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Ralph Primelo, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Primelo graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Primelo is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Primelo’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Primelo’s office at (484) 884-6503.
Where did Dr. Primelo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Wilford Hall Medical Center (AETC) Military Only Program
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Primelo board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Primelo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Primelo speak?
Dr. Primelo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Primelo treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Primelo 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. Primelo. 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:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Mild to Moderate Depressed Bipolar Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
- Psychotic bipolar depression
- Severe bipolar depression with delusions
- Bipolar with depressive psychosis
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
- Bipolar depression
- Manic-depressive illness, depressed phase
- Depressive episode of bipolar
- Psychotic mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features with psychosis
- Bipolar mixed episode with delusions
- Severe mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features in bipolar
- Severe simultaneous mania and depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
- F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
- F3130: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severity, unspecified
- F3164: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, with psychotic features
- F3163: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long QT Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Jervell and Lange-Nielsen syndrome
- Romano-Ward syndrome
- LQTS
- Jervell and Lange-Nielsen Syndrome
- Romano-Ward Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4581: Long QT syndrome
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Primelo perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ralph Primelo may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Primelo's office.
Does Dr. Primelo accept my insurance?
Dr. Primelo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 884-6503 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Primelo accept in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Primelo in Bethlehem, 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)
Highmark Inc.
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Primelo's office located?
Dr. Ralph Primelo's Primary Practice
2545 Schoenersville Rd Fl 5
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(484) 884-6503
What is Dr. Primelo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Primelo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285680579.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Primelo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Primelo
What is Dr. Ralph Primelo's specialty?
Dr. Primelo is a Psychiatrist near Bethlehem, PA.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Primelo to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ralph Primelo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Primelo is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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 Ralph Primelo accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Primelo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ralph Primelo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Primelo's office at (484) 884-6503 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ralph Primelo?
Please contact Dr. Primelo's office at (484) 884-6503 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ralph Primelo have?
Dr. Ralph Primelo is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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