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Dr. Kristin Gerson, MD, PHD
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gerson, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Kristin Gerson, MD, PHD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gerson graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School. Dr. Gerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gerson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gerson’s office.
Where did Dr. Gerson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Massachusetts Med School
What languages does Dr. Gerson speak?
Dr. Gerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gerson treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gerson 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. Gerson. 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:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09893: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, third trimester
- O0993: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
Also known as:
- Other Prenatal Screenings
- Prenatal Care
- Additional pregnancy tests
- Special antenatal screenings
- Specific prenatal checks
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
Also known as:
- Observation for Ruled Out Amniotic Sac Problems
- Observation for Ruled Out Fetal Growth Problems
- Amniotic Fluid Monitoring
- Suspected Amniotic Sac Issue Ruled Out
- Membrane Problem Observation
- Fetal Growth Monitoring
- Suspected Baby Growth Issue Ruled Out
- Fetal Development Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0371: Encounter for suspected problem with amniotic cavity and membrane ruled out
- Z0374: Encounter for suspected problem with fetal growth ruled out
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
- Pregnancy-Induced High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Chronic hypertension in pregnancy
- Essential hypertension complicating pregnancy
- Hypertension during gestation
- Pre-existing high blood pressure in pregnancy
- Gestational Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure from Pregnancy
- Hypertension in Pregnancy without Proteinuria
ICD-10 Codes:
- O10013: Pre-existing essential hypertension complicating pregnancy, third trimester
- O133: Gestational [pregnancy-induced] hypertension without significant proteinuria, third trimester
Also known as:
- Severe Preeclampsia
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Preeclampsia
- Advanced Preeclampsia
- Severe Toxemia of Pregnancy
- High-Risk Preeclampsia
ICD-10 Codes:
- O1413: Severe pre-eclampsia, third trimester
Also known as:
- Obesity during pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Obesity
- Maternal obesity
- Obesity in pregnancy
- Weight issues in pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99213: Obesity complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
- Childbirth Problems
- Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
- Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
- Fetal distress due to heart rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery
Also known as:
- Anemia during Late Pregnancy
- Anemia
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Low iron in third trimester
- Late pregnancy anemia
- Blood deficiency during third trimester
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99013: Anemia complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Supervision for Other High-Risk Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Monitoring for various high-risk pregnancies
- Managing other complex pregnancies
- Special care for high-risk pregnancy
- Unspecified high-risk pregnancy management
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09892: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, second trimester
Also known as:
- Reduced Fetal Movement
- Baby Moving Less
- Fetal Hypoactivity
- Decreased Baby Kicks
ICD-10 Codes:
- O368130: Decreased fetal movements, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Gerson perform as a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristin Gerson may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gerson's office.
Does Dr. Gerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Gerson 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. Gerson accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Gerson in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gerson's office located?
What is Dr. Gerson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821402470.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gerson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gerson
What is Dr. Kristin Gerson's specialty?
Dr. Gerson is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA. An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies. Contact Dr. Gerson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kristin Gerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gerson is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania 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
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Is Kristin Gerson accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Kristin Gerson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristin Gerson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gerson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristin Gerson?
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