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Dr. Kelly Tyler, MD

Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Surgeon

Springfield, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tyler, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Springfield, MA?

    Dr. Kelly Tyler, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Springfield, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tyler completed her residency at Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Tyler is fluent in English, Spanish, Zhuang; Chuang, and Zulu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tyler’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tyler’s office.

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

    • Fellowship: UMDNJ- Robert Wood Johnson

    • Residency: Boston University School of Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine*

    Is Dr. Tyler board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Yes, Dr. Kelly Tyler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Tyler speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Zhuang; Chuang
    • Zulu

    What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Tyler typically treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Tyler 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. Tyler. 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:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Second Degree Hemorrhoids
    • First Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins
    • Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
    • Grade 2 hemorrhoids
    • Moderate hemorrhoids
    • Internal hemorrhoids
    • Grade 1 hemorrhoids
    • Mild hemorrhoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids
    • K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
    • K640: First degree hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Complete Bowel Incontinence
    • Bowel Incontinence
    • Full fecal incontinence
    • Total loss of bowel control
    • Severe accidental bowel leakage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R159: Full incontinence of feces

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Prolapse
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Protruding Rectum
    • Bowel Prolapse
    • Rectal Eversion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K623: Rectal prolapse

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Ileostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Ileostomy Management
    • Small Intestine Stoma Care
    • Ileostomy Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z432: Encounter for attention to ileostomy

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K603: Anal fistula

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Tear
    • Fissure in Anus
    • Perianal Fissure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Tyler typically perform?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Tyler 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. Tyler. 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:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Omental Flap Surgery
    • Intra-abdominal Omental Transfer
    • Omentum Flap
    • Abdominal Tissue Flap

    CPT Codes:

    • 49905: Omental flap, intra-abdominal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Intestine Ostomy Closure
    • Stoma Reversal Surgery
    • Enterostomy Take-Down
    • Bowel Ostomy Closure

    CPT Codes:

    • 44625: Closure of enterostomy, large or small intestine; with resection and anastomosis other than colorectal

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Splenic Flexure Mobilization during Colon Surgery
    • Splenic Flexure Take-down
    • Colon Flexure Mobilization
    • Colon Resection Add-on Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 44139: Mobilization (take-down) of splenic flexure performed in conjunction with partial colectomy (List separately in addition to primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Neurostimulator Device Implantation (Peripheral, Sacral, or Gastric)
    • Nerve Stimulator Implant
    • Sacral Neuromodulation Device
    • Gastric Stimulator Placement
    • Peripheral Nerve Stimulator

    CPT Codes:

    • 64590: Insertion or replacement of peripheral, sacral, or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver

    Does Dr. Tyler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tyler 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. Tyler accept in Springfield, MA?

    Dr. Tyler in Springfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baystate Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tyler's office located?

    Dr. Kelly Tyler's Primary Practice

    2 Medical Center Dr Ste 308

    Springfield, MA 01107

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    Dr. Kelly Tyler's Practice 2

    115 W Silver St

    Westfield, MA 01085

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    Dr. Kelly Tyler's Practice 3

    1000 Asylum Ave Ste 4302

    Hartford, CT 06105

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

    Dr. Tyler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235335795.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tyler?

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

    What is Dr. Kelly Tyler's specialty?

    Dr. Tyler is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Springfield, MA.

    What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?

    A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders.

    Is Dr. Kelly Tyler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tyler is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center, Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, Ct 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

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    Is Dr. Kelly Tyler accepting new patients in Springfield, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Kelly Tyler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kelly Tyler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tyler's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kelly Tyler?

    Please contact Dr. Tyler's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tyler's office located?

    Dr. Tyler's offices are located in Springfield, MA, Westfield, MA, and Hartford, CT.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kelly Tyler have?

    Dr. Kelly Tyler is certified by the American Board of Surgery.