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Who is Dr. Hersh, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in Madera, CA?
Dr. Melissa Hersh, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Madera, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hersh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hersh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hersh’s office at (718) 283-6000.
What languages does Dr. Hersh speak?
Dr. Hersh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hersh treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency 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.
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
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:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Which procedures does Dr. Hersh perform as a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Hersh may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hersh's office.
Does Dr. Hersh accept my insurance?
Dr. Hersh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hersh accept in Madera, CA?
Dr. Hersh in Madera, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
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Where is Dr. Hersh's office located?
Dr. Melissa Hersh's Primary Practice
9300 Valley Childrens Pl
Madera, CA 93636
(718) 283-6000
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 1316253545.
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. Melissa Hersh's specialty?
Dr. Hersh is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Madera, CA. Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting. Contact Dr. Hersh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Hersh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hersh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Valley Childrens Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Emergency Specialist?
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Is Melissa Hersh accepting new patients in Madera, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Hersh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Hersh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hersh's office at (718) 283-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Hersh?
Please contact Dr. Hersh's office at (718) 283-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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