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Dr. Ann Kulungowski, MD

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kulungowski, Pediatric Surgeon in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Ann Kulungowski, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kulungowski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kulungowski’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kulungowski’s office at (720) 777-1234.

    What languages does Dr. Kulungowski speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Kulungowski 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. Kulungowski. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Vascular Malformation
    • Birth Defects
    • Blood Vessel Birth Defect
    • Vascular Anomaly
    • Limb Vascular Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q279: Congenital malformation of peripheral vascular system, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Other Feeding Difficulties
    • Atypical Feeding Problems
    • Unusual Eating Issues
    • Specific Feeding Challenges

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6339: Other feeding difficulties

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
    • K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene

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

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Kulungowski 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. Kulungowski. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gastrostomy
    • Keyhole Stomach Opening
    • Laparoscopic Stomach Tube Placement
    • Stamm Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43653: Laparoscopy, surgical; gastrostomy, without construction of gastric tube (eg, Stamm procedure) (separate procedure)

    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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
    • PEG Tube Placement
    • Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
    • EGD with Feeding Tube
    • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Closure of Stomach Tube Opening
    • Gastrostomy Closure
    • Stomach Stoma Closure
    • G-tube Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 43870: Closure of gastrostomy, surgical

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Does Dr. Kulungowski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kulungowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 777-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kulungowski accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Kulungowski in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kulungowski's office located?

    Dr. Ann Kulungowski's Primary Practice

    13123 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

    (720) 777-1234

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    Dr. Ann Kulungowski's Practice 2

    777 Bannock St

    Denver, CO 80204

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

    Dr. Kulungowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609922384.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kulungowski?

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

    What is Dr. Ann Kulungowski's specialty?

    Dr. Kulungowski is a Pediatric Surgeon near Aurora, CO.

    What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?

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

    Is this Dr. Ann Kulungowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kulungowski is affiliated with Banner Wyoming Medical Center, Hca Healthone Aurora, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Southwest Health System - Cortez, Sagewest Hospital – Riverton, Wy, Aspen Valley Hospital 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

    When to see a Pediatric Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Ann Kulungowski accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Ann Kulungowski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ann Kulungowski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kulungowski's office at (720) 777-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ann Kulungowski?

    Please contact Dr. Kulungowski's office at (720) 777-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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