Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palevsky, Critical Care Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Palevsky?
Dr. Harold Palevsky, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Palevsky empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breathing Disorders, Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Vascular Disease, Thromboembolic Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Palevsky is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Palevsky go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Residency: Pennsylvania Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
Is Dr. Palevsky board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Harold Palevsky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1981, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1984, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1987
What languages does Dr. Palevsky speak?
Dr. Palevsky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Palevsky typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Palevsky 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. Palevsky. 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:
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- PAH
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I270: Primary pulmonary hypertension
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Palevsky typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Harold Palevsky may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Palevsky's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Palevsky accept my insurance?
Dr. Palevsky 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. Palevsky accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Palevsky 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
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Palevsky's office located?
Dr. Harold Palevsky's Primary Practice
3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 1
Philadelphia, PA 19104
What hospitals are Dr. Palevsky affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Palevsky has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Fellow of Fellowship, Pulmonary Vascular Research Institute
Member of Pulmonary Hypertension Association , Scientific Leadership Council, 1995-2004 Pulmonary Hypertensio, 2014
Fellow of American College of Physicians
Member of Cardiopulmonary Council, American Heart Association
Fellow of American College of Chest Physicians , Editorial Board, CHEST, 2006-2015
Fellow of American College of Critical Care Medicine
Fellow of American College of Physicians
Member of Society of Critical Care Medicine
Fellow of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia
Member of Laennec Society of Philadelphia
Member of Pennsylvania Thoracic Society
Awards
Philadelphia Super Doctors, 2012
Awards & Recognition
Recognized annually in Philadelphia Magazine 's Top Docs issue from t, 2004
Recognized by America's Top Doctors2007
Recognized by Best Doctors in America2003-2004
What is Dr. Palevsky's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palevsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023022548.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palevsky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palevsky