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Dr. Joseph Hersh, MD

Louisville, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hersh, Clinical Geneticist in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Joseph Hersh, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hersh graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Pediatrics; Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Hersh is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hersh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hersh’s office at (502) 588-0850.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Pediatrics; Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics | University of Connecticut Program A

    • Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo | University of Missouri / Columbia Campus | Rutgers | University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hersh board certified as a Clinical Geneticist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Hersh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Hersh speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Hersh typically treat?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Hersh 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. Hersh. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Fabry Disease
    • Genetic Brain Disorder
    • Fabry disease
    • Anderson-Fabry disease
    • Alpha-galactosidase A deficiency
    • Genetic Metabolic Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7521: Fabry (-Anderson) disease

    Also known as:

    • Pompe Disease
    • Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
    • Pompe disease
    • GSD II
    • Glycogen Storage Disease Type II
    • Acid Maltase Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7402: Pompe disease

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Other Developmental Disabilities
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Atypical psychological development
    • Unspecified developmental disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
    • Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
    • FAS
    • Alcohol-Related Birth Defects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q860: Fetal alcohol syndrome (dysmorphic)

    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:

    • Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Dysfunction
    • Brain Condition
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9349: Other encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    What procedures does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Hersh typically perform?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Hersh may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hersh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hersh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 588-0850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hersh accept in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Hersh in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • MedBen

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hersh's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Hersh's Primary Practice

    411 E Chestnut St

    Louisville, KY 40202

    (502) 588-0850

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    Dr. Joseph Hersh's Practice 2

    601 S Floyd St Ste 604

    Louisville, KY 40202

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    Dr. Joseph Hersh's Practice 3

    4000 Kresge Way

    Louisville, KY 40207

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

    Dr. Hersh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376521278.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hersh?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Hersh's specialty?

    Dr. Hersh is a Clinical Geneticist near Louisville, KY.

    What does a Clinical Geneticist do?

    A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Hersh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hersh is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Baptist Health Paducah, Deaconess Midtown Hospital, T.j. Samson Community 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Geneticist. 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 Joseph Hersh accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Hersh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Hersh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hersh's office at (502) 588-0850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Hersh?

    Please contact Dr. Hersh's office at (502) 588-0850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Hersh have?

    Dr. Joseph Hersh is certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics and American Board of Pediatrics.

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