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Dr. Timothy Kane, MD

Pediatric Surgeon, Specialist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kane, Pediatric Surgeon in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Timothy Kane, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Kane is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kane’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kane’s office at (888) 884-2327.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kane?

    Dr. Timothy Kane, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kane empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chest Wall Deformities, Esophageal Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Pediatric Thoracic Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Washington, DC community, Dr. Kane is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Kane speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Kane typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Kane 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. Kane. 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:

    • Sunken Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Excavatum
    • Funnel Chest
    • Concave Chest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q676: Pectus excavatum

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Pigeon Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Carinatum
    • Keel Chest
    • Protruding Breastbone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q677: Pectus carinatum

    Also known as:

    • Achalasia
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Achalasia
    • Cardia Achalasia
    • Difficulty Swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K220: Achalasia of cardia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
    • Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendix Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
    • K37: Unspecified appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Kane typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Kane 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. Kane. 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 Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
    • Exploratory Laparoscopy
    • Abdominal Scope
    • Peritoneal Biopsy
    • Omentum Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • POEM Procedure (Esophageal Myotomy)
    • Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy
    • Esophageal Muscle Cutting
    • Achalasia Treatment
    • Transoral Esophageal Myotomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43497: Lower esophageal myotomy, transoral (ie, peroral endoscopic myotomy [POEM])

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Balloon Distension Study
    • Esophageal distension test
    • Balloon provocation test
    • Esophageal pain study

    CPT Codes:

    • 91040: Esophageal balloon distension study, diagnostic, with provocation when performed

    Does Dr. Kane accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kane accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 884-2327 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kane accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Kane in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna

    • CMS

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Kane's office located?

    Dr. Timothy Kane's Primary Practice

    111 Michigan Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (888) 884-2327

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kane affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kane has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Children's National Hospital,Washington, DC

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

    Dr. Kane's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770557175.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kane?

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

    What is Dr. Timothy Kane's specialty?

    Dr. Kane is a Pediatric Surgeon near Washington, DC.

    What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?

    Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.

    Is Dr. Timothy Kane affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kane is affiliated with Inova Fairfax 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 Dr. Timothy Kane accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Kane is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Kane offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kane's office at (888) 884-2327 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy Kane?

    Please contact Dr. Kane's office at (888) 884-2327 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kane's office located?

    Dr. Kane's office is located in Washington, DC.