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Dr. Gerard Diefes, MD
Philadelphia, PA
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Diefes, Pulmonologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Gerard Diefes, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Diefes graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Allegheny Univ Hosps, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Diefes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diefes’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diefes’s office at (610) 896-0280.
Where did Dr. Diefes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny Univ Hosps, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Allegheny University Hosps | Drexel University College of Medicine/Hahnemann University Hospital Program
Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)
Is Dr. Diefes board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Diefes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Diefes speak?
Dr. Diefes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Diefes treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Diefes 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. Diefes. 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Diefes perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gerard Diefes may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Diefes' office.
Does Dr. Diefes accept my insurance?
Dr. Diefes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 896-0280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diefes accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Diefes in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Keenan and Associates
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Diefes' office located?
Dr. Gerard Diefes' Primary Practice
5735 Ridge Ave Ste 102
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(610) 896-0280
What is Dr. Diefes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diefes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417948951.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diefes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diefes
What is Dr. Gerard Diefes's specialty?
Dr. Diefes is a Pulmonologist near Philadelphia, PA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Diefes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gerard Diefes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Diefes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital, Roxborough Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Gerard Diefes accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Diefes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerard Diefes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diefes's office at (610) 896-0280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerard Diefes?
Please contact Dr. Diefes's office at (610) 896-0280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerard Diefes have?
Dr. Gerard Diefes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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