Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dorsey, Pediatrician in Roanoke Rapids, NC?
Dr. Kristen Dorsey, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Roanoke Rapids, NC. Dr. Dorsey completed her residency at University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Dorsey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dorsey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dorsey’s office.
Where did Dr. Dorsey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Maryland Medical Center
Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dorsey speak?
Dr. Dorsey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dorsey typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dorsey 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. Dorsey. 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:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure 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:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dorsey typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dorsey 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. Dorsey. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Dorsey accept my insurance?
Dr. Dorsey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dorsey accept in Roanoke Rapids, NC?
Dr. Dorsey in Roanoke Rapids, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Medcost Preferred
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dorsey's office located?
What is Dr. Dorsey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dorsey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639105042.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dorsey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dorsey
What is Dr. Kristen Dorsey's specialty?
Dr. Dorsey is a Pediatrician near Roanoke Rapids, NC.
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 this Dr. Kristen Dorsey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dorsey is affiliated with Ecu Health North Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kristen Dorsey accepting new patients in Roanoke Rapids, NC?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Dorsey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Dorsey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dorsey's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Dorsey?
Please contact Dr. Dorsey's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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2066 NC Highway 125
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870