Summary

Dr. Lawrence Kessel is a board-certified internal medicine physician who also specializes in geriatric medicine, focusing his practice on the comprehensive care of adult and elderly patients. He earned his medical degree from Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and completed his residency training at Abington Memorial Hospital. With 46 years of clinical experience, Dr. Kessel has developed extensive expertise in managing complex medical conditions in older adults. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Kessel practices at Roxborough Memorial Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His clinical expertise includes treating high blood pressure and managing hypertensive emergencies, conditions that commonly affect his patient population. He provides essential preventive care services including flu vaccinations, pneumococcal immunizations, and shingles vaccines to help protect patients from serious infections. Patients consistently rate their care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 46 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Abington Memorial Hospital
  • 10 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Lawrence J Kessel And Associates Pc

8200 Henry Ave Ste G1Philadelphia, PA 19128
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 7:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Lawrence Jay Kessel, MDLenia M. Prinos, CRNPDr. Courtney R. Lee, MDAdam Adika
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
46 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PALanghorne , PAWyncote , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lawrence Jay Kessel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • Empire Plan - Medicare
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - HMO
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Transamerica
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lawrence Jay Kessel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lawrence Jay Kessel has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Check-up
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Lawrence Jay Kessel holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Abington Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Kessel's NPI number is 1467452581.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Lawrence Kessel affiliated with?
Dr. Lawrence Kessel is affiliated with Roxborough Memorial Hospital.

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