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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hersh, Pediatrician in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Amy Hersh, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hersh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hersh’s office at (215) 861-8833.
What languages does Dr. Hersh speak?
Dr. Hersh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hersh typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Hersh 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. Hersh. 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 here.
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:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
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:
- Non-Medical Procedure
- Elective procedure (non-health)
- Procedure for other purposes
- Non-therapeutic intervention
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z418: Encounter for other procedures for purposes other than remedying health state
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
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. Hersh typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Amy Hersh may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Hersh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hersh accept my insurance?
Dr. Hersh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 861-8833 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hersh accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Hersh in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
National Benefit Fund
North American Administrators
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hersh's office located?
Dr. Amy Hersh's Primary Practice
833 Chestnut St Ste 300
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 861-8833
What is Dr. Hersh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hersh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477996528.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hersh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hersh
What is Dr. Amy Hersh's specialty?
Dr. Hersh is a Pediatrician near Philadelphia, PA.
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 this Dr. Amy Hersh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hersh is affiliated with Jefferson Abington 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
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Is Amy Hersh accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Hersh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Hersh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hersh's office at (215) 861-8833 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Hersh?
Please contact Dr. Hersh's office at (215) 861-8833 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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