Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dispenza, Pediatric Cardiologist in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Thomas Dispenza, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA with 1 additional practice location. 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 a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Dispenza typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Congenital Heart Defects
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
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:
- 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:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
What procedures does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Dispenza typically perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Dispenza's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
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Where is Dr. Dispenza's office located?
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.
What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Thomas Dispenza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dispenza is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Geisinger-Lewistown 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
When to see a Pediatric Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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