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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kessler, Family Medicine Specialist in Richland, GA?
Dr. Herschel Kessler, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richland, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kessler is fluent in English and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kessler’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kessler’s office at (229) 887-3324.
What languages does Dr. Kessler speak?
Dr. Kessler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Thai
What conditions does Dr. Kessler 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Pansinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Acute widespread sinus infection
- Acute inflammation of all sinuses
- Severe acute sinusitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0140: Acute pansinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kessler perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Herschel Kessler may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kessler's office.
Does Dr. Kessler accept my insurance?
Dr. Kessler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 887-3324 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kessler accept in Richland, GA?
Dr. Kessler in Richland, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kessler's office located?
Dr. Herschel Kessler's Primary Practice
510 Alston St Ste B
Richland, GA 31825
(229) 887-3324
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 1952612103.
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. Herschel Kessler's specialty?
Dr. Kessler is a Family Medicine Specialist near Richland, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Kessler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Herschel Kessler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kessler is affiliated with Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Fairview Park Hospital, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Herschel Kessler accepting new patients in Richland, GA?
Yes, Dr. Herschel Kessler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Herschel Kessler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kessler's office at (229) 887-3324 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Herschel Kessler?
Please contact Dr. Kessler's office at (229) 887-3324 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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