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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kentch, Hospitalist in Topeka, KS?
Dr. Keith Kentch, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Topeka, KS. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kentch graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kentch is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kentch’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kentch’s office at (785) 354-5242.
Where did Dr. Kentch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Internal Medicine | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo | University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Kentch board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Keith Kentch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kentch speak?
Dr. Kentch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kentch treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kentch 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. Kentch. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Lung Infection (Bacterial)
- Community-acquired Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
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:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Which procedures does Dr. Kentch perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Keith Kentch may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kentch's office.
Does Dr. Kentch accept my insurance?
Dr. Kentch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (785) 354-5242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kentch accept in Topeka, KS?
Dr. Kentch in Topeka, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Kansas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kentch's office located?
What is Dr. Kentch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kentch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134172216.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kentch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kentch
What is Dr. Keith Kentch's specialty?
Dr. Kentch is a Hospitalist near Topeka, KS. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Kentch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Keith Kentch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kentch is affiliated with Stormont Vail 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Keith Kentch accepting new patients in Topeka, KS?
Yes, Dr. Keith Kentch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Keith Kentch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kentch's office at (785) 354-5242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Keith Kentch?
Please contact Dr. Kentch's office at (785) 354-5242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Keith Kentch have?
Dr. Keith Kentch is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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