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Dr. Kristina Newport, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Hershey, PA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Newport, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Kristina Newport, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Newport is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Newport’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Newport’s office at (717) 526-1030.

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

      Is Dr. Newport board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

      Yes, Dr. Kristina Newport, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Newport speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Newport typically treat?

      As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Newport 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. Newport. 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:

      • Breast Cancer
      • Female Breast Cancer
      • Malignant Breast Tumor
      • Breast Carcinoma

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

      Also known as:

      • Lung Cancer
      • Bronchial cancer
      • Malignant neoplasm of lung
      • Pulmonary cancer

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

      Also known as:

      • Prostate Cancer
      • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
      • Prostatic Carcinoma
      • Prostate Gland Cancer
      • Malignant Prostate Tumor

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

      Also known as:

      • Colorectal Cancer
      • Colon cancer
      • Rectal cancer
      • Bowel cancer
      • Malignant neoplasm of colon

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Palliative Care
      • Comfort care
      • Supportive care
      • Symptom management care

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

      Also known as:

      • Cancer pain
      • Cancer--Living with Cancer
      • Pain
      • Cancer Pain
      • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
      • Pain from cancer
      • Tumor pain
      • Neoplasm pain

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

      What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Newport typically perform?

      As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristina Newport may include:

      Please contact Dr. Newport's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

      Does Dr. Newport accept my insurance?

      Dr. Newport accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 526-1030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

      Top Insurances

      • Highmark Health

      • Jefferson Health

      • Medicare

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      Where is Dr. Newport's office located?

      Dr. Kristina Newport's Primary Practice

      500 University Dr

      Hershey, PA 17033

      (717) 526-1030

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      Dr. Kristina Newport's Practice 2

      308 Hockersville Rd

      Hershey, PA 17033

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      Dr. Kristina Newport's Practice 3

      3912 Trindle Rd

      Camp Hill, PA 17011

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      What hospitals are Dr. Newport affiliated with?

      Dr. Newport has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

      Milton S. Hershey Medical Center,Hershey, PA
      Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center,Lancaster, PA

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

      Dr. Newport's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821201443.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Newport?

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

      What is Dr. Kristina Newport's specialty?

      Dr. Newport is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Hershey, PA.

      What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

      An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

      Is Dr. Kristina Newport affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      No, Dr. Newport is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Health Lancaster 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

      When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

      Is Dr. Kristina Newport accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?

      Yes, Dr. Kristina Newport is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Kristina Newport offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Newport's office at (717) 526-1030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristina Newport?

      Please contact Dr. Newport's office at (717) 526-1030 to schedule an appointment.

      Where is Dr. Newport's office located?

      Dr. Newport's offices are located in Hershey, PA and Camp Hill, PA.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Kristina Newport have?

      Dr. Kristina Newport is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.