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Dr. Bichara Muvdi, MD

Reading, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Muvdi, Internist in Reading, PA?

    Dr. Bichara Muvdi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Reading, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Muvdi completed his residency at Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Muvdi is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muvdi’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muvdi’s office at (610) 777-4040.

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

    • Residency: Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Northwestern U Affil Hosp

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il

    Is Dr. Muvdi board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Bichara Muvdi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Muvdi speak?

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

    • English

    • Italian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Muvdi treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Muvdi 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. Muvdi. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Lack of Coordination
    • Movement Disorder
    • Clumsiness
    • Ataxia
    • Coordination Problems
    • Unsteady Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R278: Other lack of coordination

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Muvdi perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Bichara Muvdi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Muvdi's office.

    Does Dr. Muvdi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Muvdi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 777-4040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Muvdi accept in Reading, PA?

    Dr. Muvdi in Reading, 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

    • Capital BlueCross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Muvdi's office located?

    Dr. Bichara Muvdi's Primary Practice

    2500 Bernville Rd

    Reading, PA 19605

    (610) 777-4040

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    Dr. Bichara Muvdi's Practice 2

    82 Tunnel Rd

    Pottsville, PA 17901

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    Dr. Bichara Muvdi's Practice 3

    1903 Morgantown Rd

    Reading, PA 19607

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

    Dr. Muvdi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679571756.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muvdi?

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

    What is Dr. Bichara Muvdi's specialty?

    Dr. Muvdi is a Internist near Reading, PA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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    Is this Dr. Bichara Muvdi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Muvdi is affiliated with Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading Hospital Tower Health 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Bichara Muvdi accepting new patients in Reading, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Bichara Muvdi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bichara Muvdi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Muvdi's office at (610) 777-4040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bichara Muvdi?

    Please contact Dr. Muvdi's office at (610) 777-4040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bichara Muvdi have?

    Dr. Bichara Muvdi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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