Summary

Dr. Dennis Kolson is a neurologist who has dedicated over four decades to caring for patients with complex neurological conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh and completed his residency at Mercy Providence Hospital and UPMC Passavant Hospital in 1986. With 41 years of experience in neurology, Dr. Kolson has developed deep expertise in treating conditions affecting the nervous system. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Kolson practices at Penn Neuroscience Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and maintains affiliations with Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. His clinical focus centers on multiple sclerosis care, including primary progressive and progressive relapsing forms of the disease. He also provides brain injury rehabilitation services to help patients recover and regain function after neurological trauma. Patients consistently rate their experience with Dr. Kolson highly, giving him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 41 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mercy Providence Hospital/UPMC Passavant Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology

3400 Civic Center BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19104

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41 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Russian Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati
Philadelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PATampa , FLPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: University of Pittsburgh Med School: State Univ Of Medicine And Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Fac Of Med Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dennis L. Kolson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (formerly Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • QualCare
  • Railroad Medicare/Palmetto GBA

Medical Specialties

Dennis L. Kolson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dennis L. Kolson has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • AIDS Dementia Complex
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognition Disorders
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Migraine Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Multiple Sclerosis (Multiple Sclerosis, Acute Relapsing)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neurologist
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Dennis L. Kolson 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 Mercy Providence Hospital/UPMC Passavant Hospital in 1986.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Pittsburgh in 1985.

NPI Number

Dennis L. Kolson's NPI number is 1346274016.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dennis Kolson affiliated with?
Dennis Kolson is affiliated with Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania.
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