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Who is Dr. Dispenza, Pediatric Cardiologist in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Thomas Dispenza, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dispenza is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dispenza’s office.
What languages does Dr. Dispenza speak?
Dr. Dispenza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dispenza treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Dispenza 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. Dispenza. 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:
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Narrowing of Pulmonary Artery
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
- Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
- Pulmonary Artery Stenosis
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Narrowed Pulmonary Valve at Birth
- Pulmonary Valve Narrowing
- Heart Valve Birth Defect
- Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Leak
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
- Q256: Stenosis of pulmonary artery
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q221: Congenital pulmonary valve stenosis
- Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
Also known as:
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal Heart Imaging Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Abnormal cardiac scan
- Unusual heart test results
- Abnormal coronary imaging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R931: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary circulation
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Duchenne or Becker Muscular Dystrophy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- DMD
- BMD
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
- Becker Muscular Dystrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7101: Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Which procedures does Dr. Dispenza perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Dispenza may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dispenza's office.
Does Dr. Dispenza accept my insurance?
Dr. Dispenza 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. Dispenza accept in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Dispenza in Hershey, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
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Where is Dr. Dispenza's office located?
Dr. Thomas Dispenza's Practice 2
3901 S Atherton St
State College, PA 16801
(800) 243-1455
Dr. Thomas Dispenza's Practice 3
476 Rolling Ridge Dr Ste 101
State College, PA 16801
(814) 689-4980
What is Dr. Dispenza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dispenza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093932352.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dispenza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dispenza
What is Dr. Thomas Dispenza's specialty?
Dr. Dispenza is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Hershey, PA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Dispenza to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Dispenza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dispenza is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Thomas Dispenza accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Dispenza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Dispenza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dispenza's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Dispenza?
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