
Dr. David Kessler, MD
New York, NY
15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kessler, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. David Kessler, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Kessler completed his residency at Mount Sinai. Dr. Kessler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kessler’s office at (212) 305-9825.
Where did Dr. Kessler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: New York University; New York, Ny
Residency: Mount Sinai
What languages does Dr. Kessler speak?
Dr. Kessler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kessler typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kessler 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. Kessler. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, 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:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kessler typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Kessler 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. Kessler's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kessler accept my insurance?
Dr. Kessler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-9825 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kessler accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Kessler in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
National Benefit Fund
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kessler's office located?
What is Dr. Kessler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134334501.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kessler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kessler
What is Dr. David Kessler's specialty?
Dr. Kessler is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. David Kessler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kessler is affiliated with Westchester Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian Westchester 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
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Is David Kessler accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. David Kessler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Kessler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kessler's office at (212) 305-9825 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Kessler?
Please contact Dr. Kessler's office at (212) 305-9825 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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