Dr. Fares Kokash, MD
Pediatrician
,Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist
,Pediatric Neurologist
,Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist
,Neurologist
Temple, TX
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kokash, Pediatrician in Temple, TX?
Dr. Fares Kokash, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Temple, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Kokash graduated from University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria and completed his residency at Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Pediatrics; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Child Neurology. Dr. Kokash is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kokash’s office at (254) 724-2111.
Where did Dr. Kokash go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Pediatrics; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Child Neurology | Tx Tech University
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine | University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria
Is Dr. Kokash board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Fares Kokash, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Kokash speak?
Dr. Kokash and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kokash typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kokash 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. Kokash. 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:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Childhood Behavioral and Emotional Disorder
- Child Behavior Disorder
- Youth Mental Health Issues
- Adolescent Emotional Problems
- Childhood Psychiatric Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- F988: Other specified behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kokash typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kokash 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. Kokash. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Kokash accept my insurance?
Dr. Kokash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 724-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kokash accept in Temple, TX?
Dr. Kokash in Temple, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Federal government of the United States
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kokash's office located?
What is Dr. Kokash's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kokash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972619609.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kokash?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kokash
What is Dr. Fares Kokash's specialty?
Dr. Kokash is a Pediatrician near Temple, TX.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Fares Kokash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kokash is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Fares Kokash accepting new patients in Temple, TX?
Yes, Dr. Fares Kokash is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fares Kokash offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kokash's office at (254) 724-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fares Kokash?
Please contact Dr. Kokash's office at (254) 724-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fares Kokash have?
Dr. Fares Kokash is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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