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Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest, MD

Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Infectious Disease Specialist

Paterson, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Amadasu Kest, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Paterson, NJ?

    Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Paterson, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Amadasu Kest graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Amadasu Kest is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amadasu Kest’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amadasu Kest’s office.

    Where did Dr. Amadasu Kest go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Amadasu Kest board certified as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Amadasu Kest speak?

    Dr. Amadasu Kest and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Amadasu Kest typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Amadasu Kest 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. Amadasu Kest. 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:

    • Exposure to HIV
    • HIV
    • HIV contact
    • Suspected HIV exposure
    • Human immunodeficiency virus exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Syphilis
    • Syphilis
    • Infant Syphilis
    • Syphilis in Newborns
    • Syphilis Passed from Mother to Baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A509: Congenital syphilis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hepatitis Exposure
    • Hepatitis
    • Viral Hepatitis contact
    • Suspected Hepatitis infection
    • Hepatitis virus exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z205: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to viral hepatitis

    What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Amadasu Kest typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest may include:

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

    Does Dr. Amadasu Kest accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amadasu Kest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Amadasu Kest accept in Paterson, NJ?

    Dr. Amadasu Kest in Paterson, NJ 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Medicaid

    • Mercy Health

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Amadasu Kest's office located?

    St Josephs Regional Medical Center

    703 Main St

    Paterson, NJ 07503

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    Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest's Practice 2

    158 14th St

    Hoboken, NJ 07030

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    Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest's Practice 3

    1350 State Route 23

    Wayne, NJ 07470

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

    Dr. Amadasu Kest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508803420.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amadasu Kest?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amadasu Kest

    What is Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest's specialty?

    Dr. Amadasu Kest is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Paterson, NJ.

    What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?

    A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments.

    Is Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Amadasu Kest is affiliated with St. Joseph's University 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 Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest accepting new patients in Paterson, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amadasu Kest's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest?

    Please contact Dr. Amadasu Kest's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Amadasu Kest's office located?

    Dr. Amadasu Kest's offices are located in Paterson, NJ, Hoboken, NJ, and Wayne, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest have?

    Dr. Helen Amadasu Kest is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.