Summary

Dr. Lawrence Kessel is an internal medicine physician who specializes in geriatric medicine, bringing 46 years of experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and completed his residency at Abington Memorial Hospital. Dr. Kessel is fluent in English.

Dr. Kessel practices at Roxborough Memorial Hospital and serves patients in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies. His practice emphasizes preventive care through vaccinations, offering flu shots, pneumonia vaccines, and shingles immunizations. Patients rate Dr. Kessel 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

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
  • 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, MDDr. Sabina Sharmeen, MDLenia M. Prinos, CRNPDr. Sundeep Katepalli, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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4.3 
46 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PASecane , PALanghorne , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Dhaka Medical College Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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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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Dr. Lawrence Kessel's office is located at 8200 Henry Ave Ste G1, Philadelphia, PA, 19128.
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