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Dr. David Sass, MD

Gastroenterology
4.7 (360)
Map Pin Small Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. David Sass, MD

Dr. David Sass, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 31 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University of Cape Town Faculty of Medicine and is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Sass, completed a residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Sass an average 4.7 star rating.

Dr. Sass works at Dept of Gastroenterology/Hepatology in Philadelphia, PA with other offices in Rydal, PA and Doylestown, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Esophageal Varices, Liver Damage from Alcohol and Cirrhosis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Sass' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Jefferson Viral Hepatitis Center
    132 S 10th St Ste 480, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (484) 381-0254
  2. 2
    Jefferson Gastroenterology & Hepatolgy Associates
    1095 Rydal Rd, Rydal, PA 19046 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (484) 381-0254
  3. 3
    Jefferson Gastroenterology & Hepatolgy Associates
    599 W State St Ste 200, Doylestown, PA 18901 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (484) 381-0254
  4. 4
    Jefferson Gastroenterology & Hepatology Associates
    3998 Red Lion Rd Ste 240, Philadelphia, PA 19114 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (484) 381-0254

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Chevron Icon
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Ulcerative Colitis Chevron Icon
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Viral Hepatitis Chevron Icon
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Colon Cancer Screening Chevron Icon
Colonoscopy Chevron Icon
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy Chevron Icon
Colorectal Cancer Screening Chevron Icon
Duodenal Polypectomy Chevron Icon
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine) Chevron Icon
Gallbladder Scan Chevron Icon
Hepatitis A Screening Chevron Icon
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Hepatitis C Virus Screening Chevron Icon
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Impedance Testing Chevron Icon
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Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage) Chevron Icon
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    Insurance Accepted

    • Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details.
    • Aetna
    • Amerihealth
    • Assurant Health
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Capital Blue Cross
    • Cigna
    • Cigna-HealthSpring
    • Coventry Health Care
    • Devon Health
    • EmblemHealth
    • First Health
    • Geisinger Health Plan
    • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
    • Health Net
    • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
    • Humana
    • Intergroup
    • Keystone Health Plan East
    • MultiPlan
    • One Net
    • Private HealthCare Systems
    • QualCare
    • Tricare
    • UnitedHealthCare
    • UPMC
    • US Family Health Plan
    • Worker's Compensation

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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.7
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    Based on 360 ratings
    Patient Ratings (360)
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    (52)
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    (9)
    2 Star
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    1 Star
    (4)
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    About Dr. David Sass, MD

    Specialties
    • Gastroenterology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 31 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1730154774
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Albert Einstein College of Medicine
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Albert Einstein College of Medicine
    Residency
    Internship
    • Albert Einstein College of Medicine
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Cape Town Faculty of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Transplant Hepatology
    Board Certifications
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    A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

    Hospital Affiliations

    • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

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    Dr. Sass has seen patients for Esophageal Varices, Liver Damage from Alcohol and Cirrhosis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Sass on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    360 patients have reviewed Dr. Sass. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Sass.

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