Dr. Sunil Karhadkar, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Karhadkar, Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Sunil Karhadkar, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Karhadkar is currently affiliated with Temple University Hospital. Dr. Karhadkar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karhadkar’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karhadkar’s office.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Karhadkar?

Dr. Sunil Karhadkar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Karhadkar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Abdominal Transplant Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Karhadkar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

Is Dr. Karhadkar board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Sunil Karhadkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Karhadkar speak?

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

English
Hindi
Marathi

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Karhadkar typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Karhadkar 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. Karhadkar. 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:

End-Stage Kidney Disease
End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
Kidney Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease
High Blood Pressure
ESRD
End-Stage Renal Failure
Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

N186: End stage renal disease
I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

Also known as:

Having a Kidney Transplant
Kidney Transplantation
Kidney Transplant
Renal transplant
Kidney replacement surgery
Post-kidney transplant

ICD-10 Codes:

Z940: Kidney transplant status

Also known as:

Other Pre-Procedure Examination
Various pre-op checks
Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
Other pre-treatment assessments

ICD-10 Codes:

Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Karhadkar typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Karhadkar 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. Karhadkar. 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:

Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)

CPT Codes:

52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple

Also known as:

Bladder Scope with Complicated Foreign Body Removal
Cystourethroscopy with Stone Removal
Ureteral Stent Removal
Bladder Foreign Body Removal

CPT Codes:

52315: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); complicated

Also known as:

Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion

CPT Codes:

49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter

Also known as:

Removal of Abdominal Catheter
Intraperitoneal catheter removal
Tunneled catheter extraction
Peritoneal dialysis catheter removal

CPT Codes:

49422: Removal of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter

Also known as:

Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
AV fistula repair
Dialysis graft revision
Open AV fistula revision

CPT Codes:

36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)

Also known as:

Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
AV Fistula Surgery
Cimino Fistula
Vascular Access for Dialysis

CPT Codes:

36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)

Also known as:

Suture or Staple Removal with Anesthesia
Anesthesia
Surgical Stitch Removal
Anesthetized Staple Removal
Wound Closure Device Removal

CPT Codes:

15851: Removal of sutures or staples requiring anesthesia (ie, general anesthesia, moderate sedation)

Does Dr. Karhadkar accept my insurance?

Dr. Karhadkar 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. Karhadkar accept in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Karhadkar in Philadelphia, PA 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)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System

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Where is Dr. Karhadkar's office located?

Temple University Hospital

Abdominal Organ Transplant Program

3401 North Broad Street

Philadelphia, PA 19140

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What hospitals are Dr. Karhadkar affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Karhadkar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Temple University Hospital,Philadelphia, PA

Ranked Mastectomy

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

Dr. Karhadkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841344660.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karhadkar?

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

What is Dr. Sunil Karhadkar's specialty?

Dr. Karhadkar is a Surgeon near Philadelphia, PA.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Sunil Karhadkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Karhadkar is affiliated with Temple University 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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