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Dr. Karen Kish, MD

Darby, PA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kish, Surgeon in Darby, PA?

    Dr. Karen Kish, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Darby, PA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery. Dr. Kish is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kish’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kish’s office at (610) 237-7922.

    Is Dr. Kish board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Kish, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Kish speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kish treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Kish 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. Kish. 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:

    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Pain
    • Breast Disease
    • Mastalgia
    • Tender Breasts
    • Sore Breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N644: Mastodynia

    Also known as:

    • Breast Abscess
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast infection with pus
    • Nipple abscess
    • Mammary abscess

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N611: Abscess of the breast and nipple

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Nipple Discharge
    • Breast Disease
    • Nipple Secretion
    • Leaking Nipple
    • Galactorrhea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6452: Nipple discharge

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Lump in Upper Outer Left Breast
    • Breast Disease
    • Mass in upper outer left breast
    • Nodule in left breast upper outer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6321: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper outer quadrant

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does Dr. Kish perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Kish 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. Kish. 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:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    Also known as:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

    Does Dr. Kish accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 237-7922 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kish accept in Darby, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Kish's office located?

    Dr. Karen Kish's Primary Practice

    1500 Lansdowne Ave Ste G103

    Darby, PA 19023

    (610) 237-7922

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    Dr. Karen Kish's Practice 2

    9922 Roosevelt Blvd

    Philadelphia, PA 19115

    (610) 237-7922

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

    Dr. Kish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538329503.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kish?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Kish's specialty?

    Dr. Kish is a Surgeon near Darby, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Kish to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karen Kish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kish is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Lankenau Medical Center, St. Mary Medical Center - Langhorne, PA which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Karen Kish accepting new patients in Darby, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Kish is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Kish offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kish's office at (610) 237-7922 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Kish?

    Please contact Dr. Kish's office at (610) 237-7922 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Kish have?

    Dr. Karen Kish is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

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