Dr. Richard Scarfone, MD
Philadelphia, PA
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scarfone, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Richard Scarfone, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Scarfone graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and completed his residency at Children'S Hsp-Pittsburgh, Pediatrics. Dr. Scarfone is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scarfone’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scarfone’s office at (856) 247-3244.
Where did Dr. Scarfone go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hsp-Pittsburgh, Pediatrics
Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
Is Dr. Scarfone board certified in Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Scarfone, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Scarfone speak?
Dr. Scarfone and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Scarfone treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Scarfone 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. Scarfone. 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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Family History of Asthma or Chronic Lung Disease
- Asthma
- Family History
- Lung Disease
- Genetic risk for asthma
- Hereditary lung conditions
- Breathing problems in family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z825: Family history of asthma and other chronic lower respiratory diseases
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Which procedures does Dr. Scarfone perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Scarfone may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Scarfone's office.
Does Dr. Scarfone accept my insurance?
Dr. Scarfone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (856) 247-3244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scarfone accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Scarfone in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Partners Plans
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
Medicaid
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Scarfone's office located?
Dr. Richard Scarfone's Primary Practice
3401 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(856) 247-3244
What is Dr. Scarfone's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scarfone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497761738.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scarfone?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scarfone
What is Dr. Richard Scarfone's specialty?
Dr. Scarfone is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Scarfone to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Scarfone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scarfone is affiliated with Virtua Voorhees 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Richard Scarfone accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Scarfone is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Scarfone offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scarfone's office at (856) 247-3244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Scarfone?
Please contact Dr. Scarfone's office at (856) 247-3244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Scarfone have?
Dr. Richard Scarfone is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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