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Dr. Afif Kulaylat, MD

Hershey, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kulaylat, Pediatric Surgeon in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Afif Kulaylat, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA. Dr. Kulaylat is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kulaylat’s office at (484) 526-7575.

    What languages does Dr. Kulaylat speak?

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

    • English

    • French

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

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

    • Gastrostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • G-tube Care
    • Feeding Tube Management
    • Stomach Tube Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    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:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Overweight Child
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood Overweight
    • Pediatric Overweight
    • High BMI in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Skull Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Head Injuries
    • Broken Skull
    • Head Bone Fracture
    • Cranial Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S020XXA: Fracture of vault of skull, initial encounter for closed fracture

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

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

    • Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
    • G-tube Change
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
    • Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract

    Also known as:

    • Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
    • Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
    • Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
    • GJ Tube Exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report

    Does Dr. Kulaylat accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kulaylat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 526-7575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kulaylat accept in Hershey, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

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    Where is Dr. Kulaylat's office located?

    Dr. Afif Kulaylat's Primary Practice

    500 University Dr

    Hershey, PA 17033

    (484) 526-7575

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

    Dr. Kulaylat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942593793.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kulaylat?

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

    What is Dr. Afif Kulaylat's specialty?

    Dr. Kulaylat is a Pediatric Surgeon near Hershey, PA.

    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. Afif Kulaylat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kulaylat is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 Afif Kulaylat accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Afif Kulaylat is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Afif Kulaylat offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kulaylat's office at (484) 526-7575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Afif Kulaylat?

    Please contact Dr. Kulaylat's office at (484) 526-7575 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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