Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hershey, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Daniel Hershey, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hershey graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Hershey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hershey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hershey’s office at (858) 576-1700.
Where did Dr. Hershey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics | University Ca San Diego Med Center | University California | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
What languages does Dr. Hershey speak?
Dr. Hershey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hershey treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Hershey 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. Hershey. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Sudden Airway Spasm
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Acute airway constriction
- Bronchial spasm
- Sudden narrowing of airways
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J9801: Acute bronchospasm
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Prolonged Asthma Attack
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4532: Mild persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Lung Infection (Bacterial)
- Community-acquired Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
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:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Apparent Life-Threatening Event in Infant
- ALTE
- Near-SIDS event
- Brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6813: Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE)
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hershey perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Daniel Hershey may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hershey's office.
Does Dr. Hershey accept my insurance?
Dr. Hershey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 576-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hershey accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Hershey in San Diego, 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
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hershey's office located?
Dr. Daniel Hershey's Primary Practice
3020 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 576-1700
What is Dr. Hershey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hershey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063435055.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hershey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hershey
What is Dr. Daniel Hershey's specialty?
Dr. Hershey is a Pediatrician near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Hershey to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Daniel Hershey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hershey is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Tri-City Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Sharp Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is Daniel Hershey accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Hershey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Hershey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hershey's office at (858) 576-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Hershey?
Please contact Dr. Hershey's office at (858) 576-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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