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Dr. Robert Dershewitz, MD

Pediatrician

Saint John, IN

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Dershewitz, Pediatrician in Saint John, IN?

    Dr. Robert Dershewitz, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Saint John, IN. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Dershewitz graduated from Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Pediatrics. Dr. Dershewitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dershewitz’s office at (219) 226-2380.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School

    Is Dr. Dershewitz board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Dershewitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Dershewitz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dershewitz typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dershewitz 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. Dershewitz. 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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Status Epilepticus
    • Intractable Generalized Epilepsy
    • Epilepsy
    • Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy with Status Epilepticus
    • Continuous Intractable Partial Seizures
    • Refractory Status Epilepticus
    • Drug-resistant generalized epilepsy
    • Refractory generalized seizures
    • Hard-to-treat generalized epilepsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40011: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, with status epilepticus
    • G40419: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Dershewitz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dershewitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dershewitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 226-2380 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dershewitz accept in Saint John, IN?

    Dr. Dershewitz in Saint John, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Health Care Service Corporation

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    Where is Dr. Dershewitz's office located?

    Dr. Robert Dershewitz's Primary Practice

    9660 Wicker Ave Fl 2

    Saint John, IN 46373

    (219) 226-2380

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    What hospitals are Dr. Dershewitz affiliated with?

    Dr. Dershewitz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL

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

    Dr. Dershewitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649271412.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dershewitz?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Dershewitz's specialty?

    Dr. Dershewitz is a Pediatrician near Saint John, IN.

    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. Robert Dershewitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Dershewitz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago. 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. Robert Dershewitz accepting new patients in Saint John, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Dershewitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Dershewitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dershewitz's office at (219) 226-2380 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Dershewitz?

    Please contact Dr. Dershewitz's office at (219) 226-2380 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dershewitz's office located?

    Dr. Dershewitz's office is located in Saint John, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Dershewitz have?

    Dr. Robert Dershewitz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.