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Dr. Joel Hershey, MD

Dr. Joel Hershey, MD

Pediatrician

Hauppauge, NY

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

    Who is Dr. Hershey, Pediatrician in Hauppauge, NY?

    Dr. Joel Hershey, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hauppauge, NY. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Hershey graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Hershey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hershey’s office at (631) 348-4900.

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

    • Residency: Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hershey board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Hershey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Hershey typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Administrative Medical Exams
    • Miscellaneous administrative exams
    • Various official health checks
    • Other regulatory medical assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hershey typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Hershey may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hershey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hershey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 348-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hershey accept in Hauppauge, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Continental Benefits

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    Where is Dr. Hershey's office located?

    Dr. Joel Hershey's Primary Practice

    1 Kings Hwy

    Hauppauge, NY 11788

    (631) 348-4900

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Joel Hershey?

    Dr. Hershey has appointments available at his Hauppauge, NY office. Please select a date and time below.

    What is Dr. Hershey's NPI number?A 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 1760425649.

    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. Joel Hershey's specialty?

    Dr. Hershey is a Pediatrician near Hauppauge, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Joel Hershey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Hershey is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Joel Hershey accepting new patients in Hauppauge, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Hershey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Hershey offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hershey, or call (631) 348-4900 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Hershey?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hershey, or call (631) 348-4900 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Hershey's office located?

    Dr. Hershey's office is located in Hauppauge, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Hershey have?

    Dr. Joel Hershey is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.