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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mercurio, Internist in Reading, PA?
Dr. Teresa Mercurio, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Reading, PA. She is board certified. Dr. Mercurio is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mercurio’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mercurio’s office at (610) 378-2000.
Is Dr. Mercurio board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Mercurio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mercurio speak?
Dr. Mercurio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Mercurio typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Mercurio 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. Mercurio. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Mercurio typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Teresa Mercurio may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Mercurio's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mercurio accept my insurance?
Dr. Mercurio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 378-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mercurio accept in Reading, PA?
Dr. Mercurio in Reading, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mercurio's office located?
Dr. Teresa Mercurio's Primary Practice
2500 Bernville Rd
Reading, PA 19605
(610) 378-2000
What is Dr. Mercurio's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mercurio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740241348.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mercurio?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mercurio
What is Dr. Teresa Mercurio's specialty?
Dr. Mercurio is a Internist near Reading, PA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Teresa Mercurio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mercurio is affiliated with Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Teresa Mercurio accepting new patients in Reading, PA?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Mercurio is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Teresa Mercurio offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mercurio's office at (610) 378-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Teresa Mercurio?
Please contact Dr. Mercurio's office at (610) 378-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Teresa Mercurio have?
Dr. Teresa Mercurio is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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