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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Samuels, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Leonard Samuels, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Samuels graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Samuels is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samuels’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samuels’s office at (215) 955-6844.
Where did Dr. Samuels go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Samuels board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Leonard Samuels, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Samuels speak?
Dr. Samuels and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Samuels typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Samuels 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. Samuels. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Samuels typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leonard Samuels may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Samuels' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Samuels accept my insurance?
Dr. Samuels accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-6844 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Samuels accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Samuels in Philadelphia, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Samuels' office located?
What is Dr. Samuels's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Samuels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861435976.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samuels?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Samuels
What is Dr. Leonard Samuels's specialty?
Dr. Samuels is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, 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 this Dr. Leonard Samuels affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Samuels is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Lankenau Medical Center, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Stratford 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
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Is Leonard Samuels accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Leonard Samuels is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leonard Samuels offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Samuels's office at (215) 955-6844 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leonard Samuels?
Please contact Dr. Samuels's office at (215) 955-6844 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leonard Samuels have?
Dr. Leonard Samuels is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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