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Who is Dr. Ferrara, Family Medicine Specialist in Warrington, PA?
Dr. Joseph Ferrara, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Warrington, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Ferrara graduated from Penn State and completed his residency at Overlook Hospital. Dr. Ferrara is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferrara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferrara’s office.
Where did Dr. Ferrara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Overlook Hospital
Medical School: Penn State
Is Dr. Ferrara board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Ferrara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 1988
What languages does Dr. Ferrara speak?
Dr. Ferrara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ferrara typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ferrara 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. Ferrara. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ferrara typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Ferrara may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Ferrara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ferrara accept my insurance?
Dr. Ferrara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ferrara accept in Warrington, PA?
Dr. Ferrara in Warrington, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ferrara's office located?
What is Dr. Ferrara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ferrara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215925979.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferrara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ferrara
What is Dr. Joseph Ferrara's specialty?
Dr. Ferrara is a Family Medicine Specialist near Warrington, 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. Joseph Ferrara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ferrara is affiliated with Penn Medicine Doylestown Hospital, St. Luke's Grand View Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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
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Is Joseph Ferrara accepting new patients in Warrington, PA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Ferrara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Ferrara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ferrara's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Ferrara?
Please contact Dr. Ferrara's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Ferrara have?
Dr. Joseph Ferrara is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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847 Easton Rd Ste 2900
Warrington, PA 18976