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Dr. Kari Kendall, MD

Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kendall, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Kari Kendall, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Kendall graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Kendall is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kendall’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kendall’s office.

    Where did Dr. Kendall go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kendall speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kendall typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kendall 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. Kendall. 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:

    • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • HLHS
    • Underdeveloped Left Heart
    • Complex Congenital Heart Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Child Developmental Delay
    • Child Development
    • Delayed Child Development
    • Pediatric Developmental Lag
    • Childhood Growth Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6259: Other lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Down Syndrome
    • Trisomy 21
    • Mongolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Alpers-Huttenlocher Syndrome
    • Degenerative Nerve Disease
    • Genetic Brain Disorder
    • Alpers-Huttenlocher syndrome
    • Alpers Disease
    • Progressive Infantile Poliodystrophy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3181: Alpers disease

    What procedures does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kendall typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kendall 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. Kendall. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Kendall accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kendall accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kendall accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Kendall in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Indiana

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    Where is Dr. Kendall's office located?

    Ri 3043

    705 Riley Hospital Dr

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kendall affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kendall has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Riley Hospital For Children At Iu Health,Indianapolis, IN

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

    Dr. Kendall's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831503077.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kendall?

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

    What is Dr. Kari Kendall's specialty?

    Dr. Kendall is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near Indianapolis, IN.

    What does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Kari Kendall affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kendall is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist 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

    When to see a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kari Kendall accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Kari Kendall is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kari Kendall offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kendall's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kari Kendall?

    Please contact Dr. Kendall's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kendall's office located?

    Dr. Kendall's office is located in Indianapolis, IN.