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Dr. Howard Schwartz, DO
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schwartz, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Howard Schwartz, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Schwartz graduated from University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Ct Hlth Ctr/J Dempsey Hos, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schwartz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schwartz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schwartz’s office at (215) 728-3714.
Where did Dr. Schwartz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Ct Hlth Ctr/J Dempsey Hos, Internal Medicine | Thomas Jefferson University Hospital | University of Connecticut Program A
Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine | Rutgers
What languages does Dr. Schwartz speak?
Dr. Schwartz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Schwartz typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Schwartz 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. Schwartz. 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.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Schwartz typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Schwartz may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Schwartz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schwartz accept my insurance?
Dr. Schwartz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 728-3714 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schwartz accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Schwartz in Philadelphia, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fox Insurance Company
Health Cost Solutions
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schwartz's office located?
Dr. Howard Schwartz's Primary Practice
2450 W Hunting Park Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19129
(215) 728-3714
What is Dr. Schwartz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schwartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922084482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwartz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schwartz
What is Dr. Howard Schwartz's specialty?
Dr. Schwartz is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Howard Schwartz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schwartz is affiliated with Fox Chase Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Howard Schwartz accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Schwartz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Schwartz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schwartz's office at (215) 728-3714 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Schwartz?
Please contact Dr. Schwartz's office at (215) 728-3714 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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