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Dr. Kory Dawson, MD

Hershey, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dawson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Kory Dawson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dawson graduated from TEMPLE UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE. Dr. Dawson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dawson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dawson’s office at (717) 531-8955.

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

    • Medical School: TEMPLE UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE

    What languages does Dr. Dawson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dawson treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dawson 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. Dawson. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    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:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, 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

    Which procedures does Dr. Dawson perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kory Dawson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dawson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dawson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 531-8955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Dawson's office located?

    Dr. Kory Dawson's Primary Practice

    500 University Dr

    Hershey, PA 17033

    (717) 531-8955

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    Dr. Kory Dawson's Practice 2

    1101 Weaver Dairy Rd Ste 102

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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    Dr. Kory Dawson's Practice 3

    3643 N Roxboro St

    Durham, NC 27704

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

    Dr. Dawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912290859.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dawson?

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

    What is Dr. Kory Dawson's specialty?

    Dr. Dawson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Hershey, PA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Dawson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kory Dawson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dawson is affiliated with Duke Regional 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

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    Is Kory Dawson accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Kory Dawson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kory Dawson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (717) 531-8955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kory Dawson?

    Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (717) 531-8955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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