EverydayHealthLogo
JM

Dr. John Messmer, MD

Palmyra, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Messmer, Family Medicine Specialist in Palmyra, PA?

    Dr. John Messmer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palmyra, PA. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Messmer completed his residency at Naval Hospital. Dr. Messmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Messmer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Messmer’s office.

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

    • Residency: Naval Hospital

    Is Dr. Messmer board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Messmer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Messmer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Messmer treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Messmer 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. Messmer. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Irreversible AFib
    • Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
    • Long-term AFib

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Which procedures does Dr. Messmer perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Messmer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Messmer's office.

    Does Dr. Messmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Messmer 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. Messmer accept in Palmyra, PA?

    Dr. Messmer in Palmyra, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital BlueCross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Medicare

    • The Loomis Company

    • Touchstone Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Messmer's office located?

    Dr. John Messmer's Primary Practice

    941 Park Dr

    Palmyra, PA 17078

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Messmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669437414.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Messmer?

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

    What is Dr. John Messmer's specialty?

    Dr. Messmer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Palmyra, PA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Messmer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Messmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Messmer is affiliated with Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 John Messmer accepting new patients in Palmyra, PA?

    Yes, Dr. John Messmer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Messmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Messmer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Messmer?

    Please contact Dr. Messmer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Messmer have?

    Dr. John Messmer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

    Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Palmyra, PA

    Dr. Matthew Silvis, MD

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Palmyra, PA
    GC

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Hershey, PA
    EM

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Hershey, PA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists