30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kennedy, Pediatric Urologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. William Kennedy, MD is a Pediatric Urologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Kennedy graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Pediatric Urology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Urology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Kennedy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kennedy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kennedy’s office at (408) 426-5590.
Where did Dr. Kennedy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Pediatric Urology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Urology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, General Surgery
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons | Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kennedy board certified as a Pediatric Urologist?
Yes, Dr. William Kennedy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Kennedy speak?
Dr. Kennedy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Urologist like Dr. Kennedy typically treat?
As a Pediatric Urologist, Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy. 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:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Other Penis Disorder
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
- Various penile conditions
- Unspecified penis problems
- Penis abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
- N4889: Other specified disorders of penis
Also known as:
- Vesicoureteral Reflux
- Ureteral Disorder
- Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
- VUR
- Urine Reflux
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1370: Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
- Bladder Disease
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Bladder Control Issues
- Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Loss of Bladder Control
- Urinary Incontinence
- Bladder Control Problems (Urinary Incontinence)
- Urinary incontinence
- Leaking urine
- Bladder leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R32: Unspecified urinary incontinence
What procedures does a Pediatric Urologist like Dr. Kennedy typically perform?
As a Pediatric Urologist, Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy. 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:
- Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
- Adult Circumcision
- Childhood Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal Surgery
- Non-Clamp Circumcision
CPT Codes:
- 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age
Also known as:
- Penis Repair for Chordee or Hypospadias
- Chordee Correction Surgery
- Hypospadias Repair (First Stage)
- Penile Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 54304: Plastic operation on penis for correction of chordee or for first stage hypospadias repair with or without transplantation of prepuce and/or skin flaps
Also known as:
- Undescended Testicle Surgery
- Orchiopexy
- Testicular Fixation
- Cryptorchidism Repair
- Inguinal Orchiopexy
CPT Codes:
- 54640: Orchiopexy, inguinal or scrotal approach
Also known as:
- Penile Straightening Surgery (Chordee Repair)
- Chordee Repair
- Hypospadias Repair
- Penile Curvature Correction
- Urethral Mobilization for Chordee
CPT Codes:
- 54300: Plastic operation of penis for straightening of chordee (eg, hypospadias), with or without mobilization of urethra
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair for Children
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Groin Hernia Repair in Kids
- Hernia Surgery for Infants
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49500: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 6 months to younger than 5 years, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Does Dr. Kennedy accept my insurance?
Dr. Kennedy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 426-5590 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kennedy accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Kennedy in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kennedy's office located?
What is Dr. Kennedy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kennedy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881734655.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kennedy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kennedy
What is Dr. William Kennedy's specialty?
Dr. Kennedy is a Pediatric Urologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Urologist do?
Pediatric Surgeons are the health care professionals who can diagnose, treat, and manage children's urinary and genital problems. They dedicate at least 50% of their practice to the urological needs of infants, children, and adolescents. They offer health services such as Evaluation and management of voiding disorders; Vesicoureteral reflux, and urinary tract infections that require surgery; Surgical reconstruction of the urinary tract (including kidneys, ureters, and bladder) to address genital abnormalities, hypospadias, and intersex conditions; Surgery for childhood and adolescent groin conditions, such as undescended testes, hydrocele/hernia, and varicocele.
Is this Dr. William Kennedy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kennedy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 William Kennedy accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. William Kennedy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Kennedy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (408) 426-5590 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Kennedy?
Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (408) 426-5590 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Kennedy have?
Dr. William Kennedy is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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