37 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Young, Family Medicine Specialist in Pottstown, PA?
Dr. Deborah Young, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pottstown, PA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Young graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine and completed her residency at Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Young is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Young’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Young’s office at (610) 323-6835.
Where did Dr. Young go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Family Medicine | Thos Jefferson University Hospital
Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Joh | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine | Rutgers
Is Dr. Young board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Young, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Young speak?
Dr. Young and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Young typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Young 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. Young. 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 here.
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Young typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Young may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Young's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Young accept my insurance?
Dr. Young accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 323-6835 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Young accept in Pottstown, PA?
Dr. Young in Pottstown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Young's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
1.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
60% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
20% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
40% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Deborah Young a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Young has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Young, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Young's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Young's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619969821.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Young?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Young
What is Dr. Deborah Young's specialty?
Dr. Young is a Family Medicine Specialist near Pottstown, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Deborah Young affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Young is affiliated with Pottstown Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Paoli 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Deborah Young accepting new patients in Pottstown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Young is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deborah Young offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Young's office at (610) 323-6835 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deborah Young?
Please contact Dr. Young's office at (610) 323-6835 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Deborah Young have?
Dr. Deborah Young is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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