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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kakkilaya, Surgeon in Newark, DE?
Dr. Harish Kakkilaya, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Kakkilaya is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kakkilaya’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kakkilaya’s office.
Is Dr. Kakkilaya board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Harish Kakkilaya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kakkilaya speak?
Dr. Kakkilaya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Kakkilaya typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kakkilaya 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. Kakkilaya. 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.
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Endocrine and Metabolic Disorder
- Endocrine Disease
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hormone Disorders
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Nutritional Deficiencies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8639: Personal history of other endocrine, nutritional and metabolic disease
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Kakkilaya typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kakkilaya performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kakkilaya. 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.
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Kakkilaya accept my insurance?
Dr. Kakkilaya 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. Kakkilaya accept in Newark, DE?
Dr. Kakkilaya in Newark, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
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Where is Dr. Kakkilaya's office located?
Dr. Harish Kakkilaya's Primary Practice
4735 Ogletown Stanton Rd Ste 3301
Newark, DE 19713
What is Dr. Kakkilaya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kakkilaya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902064140.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kakkilaya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kakkilaya
What is Dr. Harish Kakkilaya's specialty?
Dr. Kakkilaya is a Surgeon near Newark, DE.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Harish Kakkilaya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kakkilaya is affiliated with Christianacare, Union 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
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Is Harish Kakkilaya accepting new patients in Newark, DE?
Yes, Dr. Harish Kakkilaya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Harish Kakkilaya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kakkilaya's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Harish Kakkilaya?
Please contact Dr. Kakkilaya's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Harish Kakkilaya have?
Dr. Harish Kakkilaya is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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