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Dr. Ruth Kessler, MD

Dr. Ruth Kessler, MD

Pediatrician

New York, NY

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kessler, Pediatrician in New York, NY?

    Dr. Ruth Kessler, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Kessler graduated from University Of Marburg Faculty Of Medicine and completed her residency at St Luke'S-Roosevelt-St Lukes D, Pediatrics; Lenox Hill Hosp, Anesthesiology; Rochester Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kessler is fluent in English, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kessler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kessler’s office at (212) 734-3338.

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

    • Residency: St Luke'S-Roosevelt-St Lukes D, Pediatrics; Lenox Hill Hosp, Anesthesiology; Rochester Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Saint Luke's Hospital

    • Medical School: Med Fak Der Philipps Univ- Marburg Lahn- Hessen | University Of Marburg Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kessler board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Kessler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Kessler speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • German

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kessler typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Vaccine Safety Counseling
    • Vaccine Safety
    • Immunization Advice
    • Vaccine Information Session
    • Vaccine Side Effects Counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7185: Encounter for immunization safety counseling

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kessler typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ruth Kessler may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kessler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kessler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 734-3338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kessler accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Promedica Health Systems

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kessler's office located?

    Dr. Ruth Kessler also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Ruth Kessler's Primary Practice

    120 E 75th St

    New York, NY 10021

    (212) 734-3338

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    What is Dr. Kessler's NPI number?A 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 1457423170.

    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. Ruth Kessler's specialty?

    Dr. Kessler is a Pediatrician near New York, NY.

    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. Ruth Kessler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kessler is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Ruth Kessler accepting new patients in New York, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Ruth Kessler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kessler's office at (212) 734-3338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ruth Kessler?

    Please contact Dr. Kessler's office at (212) 734-3338 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kessler's office located?

    Dr. Kessler's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Kessler have?

    Dr. Ruth Kessler is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.