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Dr. Melissa Schiffman, MD

Wyncote, PA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Schiffman, Internist in Wyncote, PA?

    Dr. Melissa Schiffman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wyncote, PA. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Schiffman graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schiffman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schiffman’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schiffman’s office at (484) 412-6218.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schiffman?

    Dr. Melissa Schiffman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schiffman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Wyncote/PA community, Dr. Schiffman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Schiffman board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Schiffman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Schiffman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Schiffman treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Schiffman 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. Schiffman. 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.

    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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Disease
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
    • Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Osteoporosis Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening
    • Bone Density Test
    • Bone Health Screening
    • DEXA Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
    • Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Does Dr. Schiffman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schiffman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 412-6218 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schiffman accept in Wyncote, PA?

    Dr. Schiffman in Wyncote, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Schiffman's office located?

    Oak Street Health

    Oak Street Health

    2401 West Cheltenham Avenue

    Wyncote, PA 19150

    (484) 412-6218

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Check mark

    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Wait Times

    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Melissa Schiffman an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Schiffman has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Schiffman, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Schiffman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639148091.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schiffman?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Schiffman's specialty?

    Dr. Schiffman is a Internist near Wyncote, PA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Schiffman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Melissa Schiffman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Schiffman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Melissa Schiffman accepting new patients in Wyncote, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Schiffman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Schiffman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schiffman's office at (484) 412-6218 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melissa Schiffman?

    Please contact Dr. Schiffman's office at (484) 412-6218 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Schiffman have?

    Dr. Melissa Schiffman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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