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Dr. Christopher O'hara, MD

Dr. Christopher O'hara, MD

Pediatrician

Hershey, PA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. O'hara, Pediatrician in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Christopher O'hara, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. O'hara graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pediatrics; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. O'hara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'hara’s office at (610) 378-2000.

    Where did Dr. O'hara go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pediatrics; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Pediatrics | Tufts New England Medical Center | New England Medical Center-Boston | Tufts Medical Center (New England) Program

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    Is Dr. O'hara board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher O'hara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. O'hara speak?

    Dr. O'hara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. O'hara typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. O'hara 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. O'hara. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. O'hara typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher O'hara may include:

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

    Does Dr. O'hara accept my insurance?

    Dr. O'hara 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. O'hara accept in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. O'hara in Hershey, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Risant Health

    • SelectCare

    • St Francis Health System & St John Health System

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. O'hara's office located?

    Dr. Christopher O'hara's Primary Practice

    500 University Dr

    Hershey, PA 17033

    (610) 378-2000

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    What hospitals are Dr. O'hara affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. O'hara has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Milton S. Hershey Medical Center,Hershey, PA
    Upmc Memorial,York, PA

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

    Dr. O'hara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669424941.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'hara?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher O'hara's specialty?

    Dr. O'hara is a Pediatrician near Hershey, PA.

    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 Dr. Christopher O'hara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. O'hara 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Christopher O'hara accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher O'hara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher O'hara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. O'hara's office at (610) 378-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher O'hara?

    Please contact Dr. O'hara's office at (610) 378-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. O'hara's office located?

    Dr. O'hara's office is located in Hershey, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher O'hara have?

    Dr. Christopher O'hara is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.