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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kunkel, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Melissa Kunkel, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kunkel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kunkel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kunkel’s office at (812) 353-9852.
What languages does Dr. Kunkel speak?
Dr. Kunkel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kunkel treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kunkel 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. Kunkel. 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:
- Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Low Birth Weight Baby
- Birth Weight
- LBW newborn
- Small baby
- Baby born 2000-2499 grams
- LBW baby
- Small baby at birth
- Underweight newborn
- Baby born 1250-1499 grams
- Baby born 1000-1249 grams
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
- P0717: Other low birth weight newborn, 1750-1999 grams
- P0716: Other low birth weight newborn, 1500-1749 grams
- P0715: Other low birth weight newborn, 1250-1499 grams
- P0714: Other low birth weight newborn, 1000-1249 grams
Also known as:
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Preterm infant
- Early baby
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0737: Preterm newborn, gestational age 34 completed weeks
- P0736: Preterm newborn, gestational age 33 completed weeks
- P0734: Preterm newborn, gestational age 31 completed weeks
- P0738: Preterm newborn, gestational age 35 completed weeks
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Newborn Respiratory Failure
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
- Neonatal Respiratory Failure
- Infant Lung Failure
- Newborn Breathing Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
- P285: Respiratory failure of newborn
Also known as:
- Transient Rapid Breathing in Newborns
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Temporary fast breathing in infants
- Wet lung syndrome in newborns
- Transient tachypnea of newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- P221: Transient tachypnea of newborn
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant and Newborn Nutrition
- Infant Feeding Difficulties
- Newborn Eating Issues
- Neonatal Feeding Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- P929: Feeding problem of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Large for Gestational Age Baby
- Birth Weight
- LGA baby
- Heavy for gestational age newborn
- Baby born too big
ICD-10 Codes:
- P081: Other heavy for gestational age newborn
Which procedures does Dr. Kunkel perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Kunkel may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kunkel's office.
Does Dr. Kunkel accept my insurance?
Dr. Kunkel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (812) 353-9852 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kunkel accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Kunkel in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Indiana University Health
MDwise
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kunkel's office located?
Dr. Melissa Kunkel's Primary Practice
705 Riley Hospital Dr # 208
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(812) 353-9852
What is Dr. Kunkel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kunkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962644237.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kunkel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kunkel
What is Dr. Melissa Kunkel's specialty?
Dr. Kunkel is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Indianapolis, IN. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Kunkel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Kunkel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kunkel is affiliated with Iu Health Bloomington 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
Where can I learn more about Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
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Is Melissa Kunkel accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Kunkel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Kunkel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kunkel's office at (812) 353-9852 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Kunkel?
Please contact Dr. Kunkel's office at (812) 353-9852 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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