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Dr. John Kissko, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kissko, Anesthesiologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. John Kissko, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kissko is currently affiliated with Temple University Hospital and Temple University Hospital - Jeanes Campus. Dr. Kissko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kissko’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kissko’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kissko?

    Dr. John Kissko, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Anesthesiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kissko empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Obstetric Anesthesiology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Kissko is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Kissko speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kissko treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kissko 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. Kissko. 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:

    • Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
    • Weak Labor Contractions (Secondary Uterine Inertia)
    • Umbilical cord around baby's neck (not compressed)
    • Meconium in Amniotic Fluid During Childbirth
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
    • Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
    • Fetal distress due to heart rate
    • Uterine inertia
    • Labor arrest
    • Failure to progress in labor
    • Nuchal cord without compression
    • Loose cord around neck
    • Cord wrapped around neck
    • Meconium-stained fluid', 'Baby's first stool in womb
    • Meconium aspiration risk

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery
    • O621: Secondary uterine inertia
    • O6981X0: Labor and delivery complicated by cord around neck, without compression, not applicable or unspecified
    • O770: Labor and delivery complicated by meconium in amniotic fluid

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy-Induced High Blood Pressure During Childbirth
    • High Blood Pressure During Childbirth
    • High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
    • Gestational Hypertension in Labor
    • High Blood Pressure from Pregnancy During Delivery
    • Hypertension in Childbirth without Proteinuria
    • Chronic hypertension during labor
    • Essential hypertension complicating delivery
    • Hypertension during birth
    • High blood pressure during labor and delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O134: Gestational [pregnancy-induced] hypertension without significant proteinuria, complicating childbirth
    • O1002: Pre-existing essential hypertension complicating childbirth

    Also known as:

    • Group B Strep Carrier During Childbirth
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Infection and Pregnancy
    • GBS during labor
    • Streptococcus B complicating delivery
    • Maternal GBS during birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O99824: Streptococcus B carrier state complicating childbirth

    Also known as:

    • Preterm Labor
    • Premature Labor
    • Early Labor
    • Threatened Preterm Labor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O6014X0: Preterm labor third trimester with preterm delivery third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Postmenopausal Bleeding
    • Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Bleeding After Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N950: Postmenopausal bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Does Dr. Kissko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kissko 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. Kissko accept in Philadelphia, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Kissko's office located?

    Temple University Hospital

    3401 North Broad Street

    Philadelphia, PA 19140

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    Temple University Hospital - Jeanes Campus

    7600 Central Avenue

    Philadelphia, PA 19111

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

    Dr. Kissko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588826127.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kissko?

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

    What is Dr. John Kissko's specialty?

    Dr. Kissko is a Anesthesiologist near Philadelphia, PA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Kissko to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Kissko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kissko is affiliated with Temple University Hospital, Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus 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 John Kissko accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. John Kissko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Kissko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kissko's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Kissko?

    Please contact Dr. Kissko's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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