Dr. Benjamin Kennedy, MD

Philadelphia, PA

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Who is Dr. Kennedy, Neurosurgeon in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Benjamin Kennedy, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Kennedy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kennedy’s office at (215) 590-2780.

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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kennedy?

Dr. Benjamin Kennedy, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon 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. Kennedy empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Anomalies, Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, Spasticity & Movement Disorders, Spina Bifida, Spinal Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Kennedy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

What languages does Dr. Kennedy speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Kennedy typically treat?

As a Neurosurgeon, 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:

Epilepsy
Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Simple Partial Seizures
Simple Partial Seizures
Complex Partial Seizures
Seizure disorder
Convulsive disorder
Recurrent seizures
Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
Drug-resistant simple partial epilepsy
Refractory focal seizures
Hard-to-treat partial epilepsy
Focal Aware Seizures
Aura Seizures
Symptomatic Partial Seizures
Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
Temporal Lobe Seizures
Psychomotor Seizures
Falling sickness

ICD-10 Codes:

G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
G40119: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus

What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Kennedy typically perform?

As a Neurosurgeon, 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:

Vagus Nerve Stimulator Implantation
VNS Implantation
Cranial Nerve Stimulator Surgery
Neurostimulator for Vagus Nerve
Vagus Nerve Stimulation Device

CPT Codes:

64568: Open implantation of cranial nerve (eg, vagus nerve) neurostimulator electrode array and pulse generator

Does Dr. Kennedy accept my insurance?

Dr. Kennedy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 590-2780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Kennedy accept in Philadelphia, PA?

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

Top Insurances

BCBS Unspecified
Capital Blue Cross
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Other TPA
State of Maryland
UPMC Health System

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Where is Dr. Kennedy's office located?

Division Of Neurosurgery

3401 Civic Center Blvd

Philadelphia, PA 19104

(215) 590-2780

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What hospitals are Dr. Kennedy affiliated with?

Dr. Kennedy has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia,Philadelphia, PA

What is Dr. Kennedy's NPI number?A 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 1437385713.

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. Benjamin Kennedy's specialty?

Dr. Kennedy is a Neurosurgeon near Philadelphia, PA.

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

Is Dr. Benjamin Kennedy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Kennedy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. 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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