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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bushra, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sayre, PA?
Dr. Joseph Bushra, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sayre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Bushra completed his residency at Mcp Hahnemann Univ, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Bushra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bushra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bushra’s office at (610) 645-2420.
Where did Dr. Bushra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mcp Hahnemann Univ, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Bushra board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Bushra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bushra speak?
Dr. Bushra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bushra typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bushra 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. Bushra. 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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bushra typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Bushra may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Bushra's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bushra accept my insurance?
Dr. Bushra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 645-2420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bushra accept in Sayre, PA?
Dr. Bushra in Sayre, 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)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Bushra's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Bushra affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Bushra has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Lankenau Medical Center,Wynnewood, PA
Ranked Mastectomy
Lankenau Medical Center,Wynnewood, PA
Ranked Mastectomy
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital,Sayre, PARanked Colon Surgery
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital,Sayre, PA
Ranked Colon Surgery
Geisinger Medical Center,Danville, PARanked in 3 Procedures
Geisinger Medical Center,Danville, PA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center,Wilkes-Barre, PARanked Lung Cancer Surgery
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center,Wilkes-Barre, PA
Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City,Dickson City, PA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City,Dickson City, PA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital,Philadelphia, PARanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 9 Procedures
What is Dr. Bushra's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bushra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518939560.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bushra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bushra
What is Dr. Joseph Bushra's specialty?
Dr. Bushra is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sayre, PA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is Dr. Joseph Bushra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bushra is affiliated with Lankenau Medical Center, Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Joseph Bushra accepting new patients in Sayre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Bushra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Bushra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bushra's office at (610) 645-2420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Bushra?
Please contact Dr. Bushra's office at (610) 645-2420 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Bushra's office located?
Dr. Bushra's offices are located in Sayre, PA, Towanda, PA, and Scranton, PA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Bushra have?
Dr. Joseph Bushra is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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