Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hessert, Pediatrician in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Timothy Hessert, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Hessert graduated from Penn State and completed his residency at Geisinger Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Psychiatry. Dr. Hessert is fluent in English and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hessert’s office at (585) 225-5252.
Where did Dr. Hessert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Rochester
Residency: Geisinger Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Psychiatry | Geisinger Medical Center
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa | Penn State
Is Dr. Hessert board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Hessert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Hessert speak?
Dr. Hessert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Yoruba
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hessert typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Hessert 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. Hessert. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay on Smooth Surfaces Limited to Enamel
- Tooth Decay
- Enamel Caries on Smooth Surface
- Early Cavity on Smooth Surface
- Shallow Cavity on Side of Tooth
ICD-10 Codes:
- K0261: Dental caries on smooth surface limited to enamel
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hessert typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Timothy Hessert may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Hessert's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hessert accept my insurance?
Dr. Hessert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 225-5252 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hessert accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Hessert in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Independent Living Systems
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hessert's office located?
What is Dr. Hessert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hessert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104884410.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hessert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hessert
What is Dr. Timothy Hessert's specialty?
Dr. Hessert is a Pediatrician near Tampa, FL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Timothy Hessert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hessert is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Hca Florida Memorial Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Timothy Hessert accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Hessert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Hessert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hessert's office at (585) 225-5252 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Hessert?
Please contact Dr. Hessert's office at (585) 225-5252 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Hessert have?
Dr. Timothy Hessert is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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