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Dr. Rekha Cherian, MD

Hershey, PA

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    Who is Dr. Cherian, Diagnostic Radiologist in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Rekha Cherian, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA. She is board certified. Dr. Cherian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cherian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cherian’s office at (717) 531-8202.

    What languages does Dr. Cherian speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cherian treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Cherian 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. Cherian. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Other Breathing Problems
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea
    • Unusual breathing patterns
    • Abnormal respiration
    • Breathing irregularities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Use of Assistive Devices
    • Assistive Devices
    • Medical Support Devices
    • Adaptive Equipment
    • Mobility Aids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z978: Presence of other specified devices

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Pulmonary Edema
    • Lung Disease
    • Long-term Fluid in Lungs
    • Persistent Lung Congestion
    • Chronic Lung Fluid Buildup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J811: Chronic pulmonary edema

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to Other Factors
    • Unspecified environmental exposure
    • Other external factors health
    • Unknown exposure effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • X58XXXA: Exposure to other specified factors, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Having Other Vascular Implants or Grafts
    • Blood vessel graft
    • Vascular stent
    • Artery implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95828: Presence of other vascular implants and grafts

    Which procedures does Dr. Cherian perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rekha Cherian may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cherian's office.

    Does Dr. Cherian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cherian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 531-8202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cherian accept in Hershey, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Medicare

    • New Era Life Insurance

    • State of Vermont

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    Where is Dr. Cherian's office located?

    Dr. Rekha Cherian's Primary Practice

    500 University Dr

    Hershey, PA 17033

    (717) 531-8202

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

    Dr. Cherian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679716757.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cherian?

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

    What is Dr. Rekha Cherian's specialty?

    Dr. Cherian is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Hershey, PA. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Cherian to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rekha Cherian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Cherian is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. 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

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    Is Rekha Cherian accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Rekha Cherian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rekha Cherian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cherian's office at (717) 531-8202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rekha Cherian?

    Please contact Dr. Cherian's office at (717) 531-8202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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