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Dr. Tanureet Kochar, MD

Jermyn, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kochar, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Jermyn, PA?

    Dr. Tanureet Kochar, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jermyn, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kochar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kochar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kochar’s office at (570) 230-0019.

    What languages does Dr. Kochar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kochar treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kochar 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. Kochar. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Kochar perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tanureet Kochar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kochar's office.

    Does Dr. Kochar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kochar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 230-0019 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kochar accept in Jermyn, PA?

    Dr. Kochar in Jermyn, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Kochar's office located?

    Dr. Tanureet Kochar's Primary Practice

    5 S Washington Ave

    Jermyn, PA 18433

    (570) 230-0019

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    Dr. Tanureet Kochar's Practice 2

    335 S Franklin St

    Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

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    Dr. Tanureet Kochar's Practice 3

    501 S Washington Ave Ste 1000

    Scranton, PA 18505

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

    Dr. Kochar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255782215.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kochar?

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

    What is Dr. Tanureet Kochar's specialty?

    Dr. Kochar is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Jermyn, PA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Kochar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tanureet Kochar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kochar is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Regional Hospital Of Scranton 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with 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 Tanureet Kochar accepting new patients in Jermyn, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Tanureet Kochar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tanureet Kochar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kochar's office at (570) 230-0019 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tanureet Kochar?

    Please contact Dr. Kochar's office at (570) 230-0019 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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