EverydayHealthLogo
TK

Dr. Tara Kennedy, MD

Anesthesiologist

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Tara Kennedy, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. She is board certified. Dr. Kennedy graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Kennedy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kennedy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kennedy’s office at (215) 955-6161.
    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Doctor

    Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

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

    • Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    Is Dr. Kennedy board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Tara Kennedy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kennedy speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kennedy typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kennedy typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tara Kennedy may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kennedy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kennedy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-6161 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Kennedy's office located?

    Dr. Tara Kennedy's Primary Practice

    111 S 11th St Ste 8490

    Philadelphia, PA 19107

    (215) 955-6161

    Get Directions

    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 1346419504.

    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. Tara Kennedy's specialty?

    Dr. Kennedy is an Anesthesiologist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kennedy is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Dr. Tara Kennedy accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Tara Kennedy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tara Kennedy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (215) 955-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tara Kennedy?

    Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (215) 955-6161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kennedy's office located?

    Dr. Kennedy's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tara Kennedy have?

    Dr. Tara Kennedy is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.