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Dr. David Kessler, MD

Chillicothe, OH

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kessler, Family Medicine Specialist in Chillicothe, OH?

    Dr. David Kessler, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chillicothe, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Kessler completed his residency at Hinsdale Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Kessler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kessler’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kessler’s office.

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

    • Residency: Hinsdale Hosp, Family Medicine | Hinsdale Hospital

    Is Dr. Kessler board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Kessler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kessler speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kessler typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kessler 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. Kessler. 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:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kessler typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kessler 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. Kessler. 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:

    • 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

    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:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Kessler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kessler 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. Kessler accept in Chillicothe, OH?

    Dr. Kessler in Chillicothe, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Pharmacy Network Services

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kessler's office located?

    Dr. David Kessler's Primary Practice

    4437 State Route 159 Ste 115

    Chillicothe, OH 45601

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    Dr. David Kessler's Practice 2

    100 Dawn Ln

    Waverly, OH 45690

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    Dr. David Kessler's Practice 3

    621 E 5th St

    Waverly, OH 45690

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

    Dr. Kessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861427718.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kessler?

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

    What is Dr. David Kessler's specialty?

    Dr. Kessler is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chillicothe, OH.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. David Kessler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kessler is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine 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 David Kessler accepting new patients in Chillicothe, OH?

    Yes, Dr. David Kessler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Kessler offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with David Kessler?

    Please contact Dr. Kessler's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Kessler have?

    Dr. David Kessler is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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