29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Koberna, Internist in State College, PA?
Dr. Paul Koberna, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in State College, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Koberna completed his residency at Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Koberna is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koberna’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koberna’s office at (814) 272-5805.
Where did Dr. Koberna go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh
Is Dr. Koberna board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Koberna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Koberna speak?
Dr. Koberna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Koberna typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Koberna 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. Koberna. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Koberna typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Koberna performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Koberna. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Koberna accept my insurance?
Dr. Koberna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 272-5805 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koberna accept in State College, PA?
Dr. Koberna in State College, 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 Blue Cross
Everence Financial
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Koberna's office located?
Dr. Paul Koberna's Primary Practice
2134 Sandy Dr Ste 16
State College, PA 16803
(814) 272-5805
What is Dr. Koberna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koberna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003803263.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koberna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koberna
What is Dr. Paul Koberna's specialty?
Dr. Koberna is a Internist near State College, PA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Paul Koberna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Koberna is affiliated with Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center, Mount Nittany Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paul Koberna accepting new patients in State College, PA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Koberna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Koberna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koberna's office at (814) 272-5805 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Koberna?
Please contact Dr. Koberna's office at (814) 272-5805 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Koberna have?
Dr. Paul Koberna is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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