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Dr. Anita Kishen, MD

Colonia, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kishen, Pediatrician in Colonia, NJ?

    Dr. Anita Kishen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Colonia, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kishen completed her residency at Brooklyn Hospital Center At Downtown. Dr. Kishen is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, Telugu, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kishen’s office at (732) 340-0007.

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

    • Residency: Brooklyn Hospital Center At Downtown

    • Medical School: Other

    Is Dr. Kishen board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Kishen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Kishen speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    • Telugu

    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kishen typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kishen 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. Kishen. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Non-Medical Procedure
    • Elective procedure (non-health)
    • Procedure for other purposes
    • Non-therapeutic intervention

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z418: Encounter for other procedures for purposes other than remedying health state

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kishen typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Anita Kishen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kishen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kishen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kishen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 340-0007 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kishen accept in Colonia, NJ?

    Dr. Kishen in Colonia, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kishen's office located?

    Dr. Anita Kishen's Primary Practice

    805 Inman Ave

    Colonia, NJ 07067

    (732) 340-0007

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    Dr. Anita Kishen's Practice 2

    120 W 7th St Ste 203

    Plainfield, NJ 07060

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

    Dr. Kishen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407989395.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kishen?

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

    What is Dr. Anita Kishen's specialty?

    Dr. Kishen is a Pediatrician near Colonia, NJ.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Anita Kishen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kishen is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Anita Kishen accepting new patients in Colonia, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Kishen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anita Kishen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kishen's office at (732) 340-0007 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anita Kishen?

    Please contact Dr. Kishen's office at (732) 340-0007 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anita Kishen have?

    Dr. Anita Kishen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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