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Dr. Jiri Horak, MD

Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiologist

Philadelphia, PA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Horak, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Jiri Horak, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Horak completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Anesthesiology. Dr. Horak is fluent in English and Czech, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Horak’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Horak’s office.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Mararykova Univ/Je Purkyne- Fac Med- Brno- Czechoslovakia

    Is Dr. Horak board certified as a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jiri Horak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Horak speak?

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

    • Czech
    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Horak typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Horak 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. Horak. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure After Procedure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden breathing failure after surgery
    • Acute post-op respiratory arrest
    • Acute post-surgical breathing failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J95821: Acute postprocedural respiratory failure

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Low BP
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I9589: Other hypotension

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    What procedures does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Horak typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Horak performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Horak. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Horak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Horak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Horak accept in Philadelphia, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Highmark Health

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Risant Health

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Horak's office located?

    Dr. Jiri Horak's Primary Practice

    3400 Civic Center Blvd

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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    Dr. Jiri Horak's Practice 2

    3400 Spruce St Fl 4

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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

    Dr. Horak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881636579.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Horak?

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

    What is Dr. Jiri Horak's specialty?

    Dr. Horak is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist do?

    A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care.

    Is Dr. Jiri Horak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Horak is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center 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 Dr. Jiri Horak accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Jiri Horak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jiri Horak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Horak's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jiri Horak?

    Please contact Dr. Horak's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Horak's office located?

    Dr. Horak's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jiri Horak have?

    Dr. Jiri Horak is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.