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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fisher, Family Medicine Specialist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Dennis Fisher, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fisher graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Geisinger Med Center. Dr. Fisher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fisher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fisher’s office.
Where did Dr. Fisher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Geisinger Med Center
Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fisher speak?
Dr. Fisher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fisher typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fisher typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fisher performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Fisher. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Does Dr. Fisher accept my insurance?
Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Fisher in Wilkes Barre, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fisher's office located?
What is Dr. Fisher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fisher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285601245.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fisher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fisher
What is Dr. Dennis Fisher's specialty?
Dr. Fisher is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Dennis Fisher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fisher is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City 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
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Is Dennis Fisher accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Dennis Fisher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dennis Fisher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dennis Fisher?
Please contact Dr. Fisher's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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