25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scaven, Family Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Scaven?
Dr. Christopher Scaven, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Scaven empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetes, Hypertension, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Scaven is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Scaven go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa
What languages does Dr. Scaven speak?
Dr. Scaven and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Gujarati
- Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Scaven typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Scaven 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. Scaven. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Scaven typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Scaven may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Scaven's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Scaven accept my insurance?
Dr. Scaven accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 332-4164 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scaven accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Scaven in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Scaven's office located?
Dr. Christopher Scaven's Primary Practice
7131 Frankford Ave # 39
Philadelphia, PA 19135
(215) 332-4164
What hospitals are Dr. Scaven affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Scaven has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
What is Dr. Scaven's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scaven's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902878267.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scaven?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scaven