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Dr. Walter Bell, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Meadowbrook, PA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Meadowbrook, PA?

    Dr. Walter Bell, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Meadowbrook, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Bell is currently affiliated with Northwestern Hospital. Dr. Bell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bell’s office at (215) 423-2376.

    What languages does Dr. Bell speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bell 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. Bell. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Bell may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 423-2376 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bell accept in Meadowbrook, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Jefferson Health

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Keenan & Associates

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

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    Where is Dr. Bell's office located?

    Dr. Walter Bell's Primary Practice

    1648 Huntingdon Pike

    Meadowbrook, PA 19046

    (215) 423-2376

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    Northwestern Hospital

    2301 E Allegheny Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19134

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    Dr. Walter Bell's Practice 3

    511 2nd Street Pike # A

    Southampton, PA 18966

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

    Dr. Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366480519.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bell?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Bell's specialty?

    Dr. Bell is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Meadowbrook, 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 Dr. Walter Bell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bell is affiliated with Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Redeemer Health, Jefferson Bucks Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Jefferson Abington 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

    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 Dr. Walter Bell accepting new patients in Meadowbrook, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Bell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Bell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bell's office at (215) 423-2376 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Bell?

    Please contact Dr. Bell's office at (215) 423-2376 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bell's office located?

    Dr. Bell's offices are located in Meadowbrook, PA, Philadelphia, PA, and Southampton, PA.