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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hersh, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Potsdam, NY?
Dr. Pearl Hersh, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Potsdam, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hersh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hersh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hersh’s office at (315) 265-3300.
What languages does Dr. Hersh speak?
Dr. Hersh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hersh typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hersh typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Pearl Hersh may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (315) 265-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hersh accept in Potsdam, NY?
Dr. Hersh in Potsdam, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Hersh's office located?
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 1255836862.
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. Pearl Hersh's specialty?
Dr. Hersh is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Potsdam, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Pearl Hersh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hersh is affiliated with Samaritan Medical Center, St. Joseph's Health Hospital - Syracuse, Ny 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Pearl Hersh accepting new patients in Potsdam, NY?
Yes, Dr. Pearl Hersh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pearl Hersh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hersh's office at (315) 265-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pearl Hersh?
Please contact Dr. Hersh's office at (315) 265-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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