30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wittels, Physiatrist in Wyndmoor, PA?
Dr. Heidi Wittels, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Wyndmoor, PA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Wittels graduated from MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) and completed her residency at Temple Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wittels is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wittels’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wittels’s office.
Where did Dr. Wittels go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Hahnemann University Hospital
Medical School: MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)
Is Dr. Wittels board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Heidi Wittels, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Wittels speak?
Dr. Wittels and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Wittels typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Wittels 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. Wittels. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lyme Disease
- Lyme Arthritis
- Infectious Arthritis
- Borreliosis
- Tick-borne illness
- Lyme disease joint pain
- Infectious arthritis from Lyme
ICD-10 Codes:
- A6920: Lyme disease, unspecified
- A6923: Arthritis due to Lyme disease
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Babesiosis (Babesia microti)
- Parasitic Disease
- Tick Bites
- Microti Babesiosis
- Tick-borne Parasite
- Piroplasmosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- B6001: Babesiosis due to Babesia microti
Also known as:
- Bartonellosis
- Bacterial Infection
- Bartonella Infection
- Cat Scratch Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- A449: Bartonellosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Wittels typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Heidi Wittels may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Wittels' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wittels accept my insurance?
Dr. Wittels accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wittels accept in Wyndmoor, PA?
Dr. Wittels in Wyndmoor, 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
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wittels' office located?
What is Dr. Wittels's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wittels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942277561.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wittels?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wittels
What is Dr. Heidi Wittels's specialty?
Dr. Wittels is a Physiatrist near Wyndmoor, PA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Heidi Wittels affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wittels is affiliated with Surgical Institute Of Reading, Lankenau Medical Center, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery 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 a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Heidi Wittels accepting new patients in Wyndmoor, PA?
Yes, Dr. Heidi Wittels is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heidi Wittels offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wittels's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heidi Wittels?
Please contact Dr. Wittels's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heidi Wittels have?
Dr. Heidi Wittels is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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