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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Camarena, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Ruby Camarena, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Camarena graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Mercy Hosp Of Philadelphia, Internal Medicine; Mercy Fitzgerald Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Camarena is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Camarena’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Camarena’s office at (215) 235-9600.
Where did Dr. Camarena go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Hosp Of Philadelphia, Internal Medicine; Mercy Fitzgerald Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | MERCY HOSPITAL
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Camarena speak?
Dr. Camarena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Camarena treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Camarena 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. Camarena. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
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
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Which procedures does Dr. Camarena perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ruby Camarena may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Camarena's office.
Does Dr. Camarena accept my insurance?
Dr. Camarena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 235-9600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Camarena accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Camarena in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Independent Health
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Camarena's office located?
Dr. Ruby Camarena's Primary Practice
1412 Fairmount Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 235-9600
What is Dr. Camarena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Camarena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144203480.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Camarena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Camarena
What is Dr. Ruby Camarena's specialty?
Dr. Camarena is a Internist near Philadelphia, 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.
Contact Dr. Camarena to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ruby Camarena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Camarena is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Ruby Camarena accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ruby Camarena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruby Camarena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Camarena's office at (215) 235-9600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruby Camarena?
Please contact Dr. Camarena's office at (215) 235-9600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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