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Dr. Richard Shusterman, MD

Dr. Richard Shusterman, MD

Yardley, PA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shusterman, Pulmonologist in Yardley, PA?

    Dr. Richard Shusterman, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Yardley, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Shusterman is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shusterman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shusterman’s office at (215) 785-9500.

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

    • Medical School: Thomas Jefferson UniversityFellowship, Pulmonary Disease Medical College of Pennsylvania and HospitalMedical College of Pennsylvania and HospitalResidency, Internal Medicine Medical College of PennsylvaniaMedical School

    Is Dr. Shusterman board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Shusterman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shusterman speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Shusterman treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Shusterman 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. Shusterman. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Narcolepsy with Cataplexy
    • Narcolepsy
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Sudden Sleep Attacks with Muscle Weakness
    • Daytime Sleepiness with Cataplexy
    • Excessive daytime sleepiness
    • Sudden sleep attacks
    • Type 2 narcolepsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G47411: Narcolepsy with cataplexy
    • G47419: Narcolepsy without cataplexy

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Sleepiness
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Hypersomnia
    • Daytime sleepiness
    • Too much sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Respiratory cancer screening
    • Pulmonary cancer check
    • Lung tumor screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • IPF
    • Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
    • Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Does Dr. Shusterman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shusterman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 785-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shusterman accept in Yardley, PA?

    Dr. Shusterman in Yardley, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shusterman's office located?

    Dr. Richard Shusterman's Primary Practice

    1000 Floral Vale Blvd Ste 125

    Yardley, PA 19067

    (215) 785-9500

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    Dr. Richard Shusterman's Practice 2

    515 Pennsylvania Ave

    Fort Washington, PA 19034

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    Dr. Richard Shusterman's Practice 3

    2630 Holme Ave Ste 104

    Philadelphia, PA 19152

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

    Dr. Shusterman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043250202.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shusterman?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Shusterman's specialty?

    Dr. Shusterman is a Pulmonologist near Yardley, PA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Shusterman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Shusterman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shusterman is affiliated with Temple University Hospital 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 Richard Shusterman accepting new patients in Yardley, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Shusterman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Shusterman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shusterman's office at (215) 785-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Shusterman?

    Please contact Dr. Shusterman's office at (215) 785-9500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Shusterman have?

    Dr. Richard Shusterman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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