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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kukar, Surgical Oncologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Moshim Kukar, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Kukar graduated from Kasturba Medical College Mangalore. Dr. Kukar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kukar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kukar’s office at (716) 845-2300.
Where did Dr. Kukar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kasturba Medical College Mangalore
Is Dr. Kukar board certified in Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Moshim Kukar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kukar speak?
Dr. Kukar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kukar treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Kukar 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. Kukar. 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:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Stomach Carcinoma
- Cardia Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
- Pyloric Antrum Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C160: Malignant neoplasm of cardia
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
- C163: Malignant neoplasm of pyloric antrum
- C162: Malignant neoplasm of body of stomach
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
- Gullet Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C155: Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
- C158: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of esophagus
- C154: Malignant neoplasm of middle third of esophagus
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (Islet Cell Tumor) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
- Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Islet Cell Tumor
- Endocrine Pancreas Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C254: Malignant neoplasm of endocrine pancreas
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C251: Malignant neoplasm of body of pancreas
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:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
Also known as:
- Stomach Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST of stomach
- Gastric GIST
- Stomach tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A2: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of stomach
Also known as:
- Non-cancerous Pancreas Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Pancreatic Disease
- Benign pancreas tumor
- Pancreas neoplasm
- Non-malignant pancreas mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D136: Benign neoplasm of pancreas
Also known as:
- Digestive Ostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Gastrointestinal Stoma Care
- Digestive Tract Artificial Opening Care
- Colostomy Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z434: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Which procedures does Dr. Kukar perform as a Surgical Oncologist?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Moshim Kukar may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kukar's office.
Does Dr. Kukar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kukar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 845-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kukar accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Kukar in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Independent Health
Martin's Point
Medicare
Nova Healthcare Administrators
UnitedHealthcare
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Kukar's office located?
What is Dr. Kukar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kukar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144485020.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kukar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kukar
What is Dr. Moshim Kukar's specialty?
Dr. Kukar is a Surgical Oncologist near Buffalo, NY. A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research. Contact Dr. Kukar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Moshim Kukar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kukar is affiliated with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center 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 Moshim Kukar accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Moshim Kukar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Moshim Kukar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kukar's office at (716) 845-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Moshim Kukar?
Please contact Dr. Kukar's office at (716) 845-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Moshim Kukar have?
Dr. Moshim Kukar is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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