Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick, MD

Danville, PA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Fitzpatrick, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Danville, PA?

Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Danville, PA. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Fitzpatrick graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Geisinger Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fitzpatrick is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzpatrick’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzpatrick’s office at (570) 271-6812.

Where did Dr. Fitzpatrick go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Geisinger Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

Is Dr. Fitzpatrick board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

Yes, Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Fitzpatrick speak?

Dr. Fitzpatrick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fitzpatrick typically treat?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fitzpatrick 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. Fitzpatrick. 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:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Upper body pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R079: Chest pain, unspecified

Also known as:

Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
Patient left before treatment
Did not wait to be seen
Treatment abandoned by patient

ICD-10 Codes:

Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider

Also known as:

Shortness of Breath
Breathing Problems
Difficulty breathing
Breathlessness
Dyspnea

ICD-10 Codes:

R0602: Shortness of breath

Also known as:

Fainting
Syncope
Passing out
Collapse

ICD-10 Codes:

R55: Syncope and collapse

Also known as:

Sepsis
Blood Poisoning
Septicemia
Systemic Bacterial Infection

ICD-10 Codes:

A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

Also known as:

COVID-19
COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
Coronavirus Disease 2019
SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Novel Coronavirus

ICD-10 Codes:

U071: COVID-19

Also known as:

Pneumonia
Lung Infection
Chest Infection
Pneumonitis

ICD-10 Codes:

J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

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:

Suicidal Thoughts
Suicide
Suicidal ideation
Thoughts of ending life
Self-harm thoughts

ICD-10 Codes:

R45851: Suicidal ideations

Also known as:

Muscle Weakness
Muscle Disorder
Loss of strength
Fatigue
Muscle fatigue

ICD-10 Codes:

R531: Weakness

What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fitzpatrick typically perform?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick may include:

Please contact Dr. Fitzpatrick's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Fitzpatrick accept my insurance?

Dr. Fitzpatrick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 271-6812 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzpatrick accept in Danville, PA?

Dr. Fitzpatrick in Danville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Fitzpatrick's office located?

Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick's Primary Practice

100 N Academy Ave

Danville, PA 17822

(570) 271-6812

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What hospitals are Dr. Fitzpatrick affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Fitzpatrick has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital,Lewistown, PA

Ranked Colon Surgery

Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital,Waynesboro, PA

Geisinger Medical Center,Muncy, PA

What is Dr. Fitzpatrick's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Fitzpatrick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629045687.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzpatrick?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fitzpatrick

What is Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick's specialty?

Dr. Fitzpatrick is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Danville, 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. Michael Fitzpatrick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Fitzpatrick is affiliated with Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital 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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