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Dr. Jessica Dahmus, MD

Hershey, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dahmus, Gastroenterologist in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Jessica Dahmus, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dahmus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dahmus’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dahmus’s office at (215) 955-2516.

    What languages does Dr. Dahmus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dahmus treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Dahmus 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. Dahmus. 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:

    • Constipation
    • Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools
    • Functional Constipation
    • Unexplained Chronic Constipation
    • Long-Term Constipation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified
    • K5909: Other constipation
    • K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastroparesis
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Delayed Gastric Emptying
    • Stomach Paralysis
    • Gastric Motility Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3184: Gastroparesis

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Terminal Ileitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications

    Also known as:

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
    • Spastic Colon
    • Functional Bowel Disorder
    • IBS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Nausea
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick to Stomach
    • Queasiness
    • Upset Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R110: Nausea

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Various Muscle Conditions
    • Uncommon Muscle Problems
    • Specific Muscle Ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum

    What procedures does Dr. Dahmus perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Dahmus performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Dahmus. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Dahmus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dahmus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-2516 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Partners Plans

    • HealthComp

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dahmus' office located?

    Dr. Jessica Dahmus' Primary Practice

    500 University Dr

    Hershey, PA 17033

    (215) 955-2516

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    Dr. Jessica Dahmus' Practice 2

    833 Chestnut St Ste 220

    Philadelphia, PA 19107

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    Dr. Jessica Dahmus' Practice 3

    11110 Medical Campus Rd

    Hagerstown, MD 21742

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

    Dr. Dahmus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760878706.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dahmus?

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

    What is Dr. Jessica Dahmus's specialty?

    Dr. Dahmus is a Gastroenterologist near Hershey, PA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Dahmus to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jessica Dahmus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dahmus is affiliated with WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health 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 Jessica Dahmus accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Jessica Dahmus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jessica Dahmus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dahmus's office at (215) 955-2516 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jessica Dahmus?

    Please contact Dr. Dahmus's office at (215) 955-2516 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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