22 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Prescott, Pediatrician in North Dartmouth, MA?
Dr. Kristen Prescott, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in North Dartmouth, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Prescott completed her residency at Inova Fairfax Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Prescott is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prescott’s office.
Where did Dr. Prescott go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Inova Fairfax Hosp, Pediatrics
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Prescott board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Prescott, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Prescott speak?
Dr. Prescott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Prescott typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Prescott 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. Prescott. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Oral dysphagia
- Trouble chewing and swallowing
- Difficulty moving food in mouth
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase
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
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Prescott typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Prescott performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Prescott. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Prescott accept my insurance?
Dr. Prescott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prescott accept in North Dartmouth, MA?
Dr. Prescott in North Dartmouth, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Prescott's office located?
What is Dr. Prescott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prescott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881640878.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prescott?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prescott
What is Dr. Kristen Prescott's specialty?
Dr. Prescott is a Pediatrician near North Dartmouth, MA.
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. Kristen Prescott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Prescott is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: CHI St Alexius Health Dickinson Medical Center, Sanford Children's Hospital Fargo. 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kristen Prescott accepting new patients in North Dartmouth, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Prescott is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Prescott offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prescott's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Prescott?
Please contact Dr. Prescott's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristen Prescott have?
Dr. Kristen Prescott is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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