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Dr. James Kosik, DO

Avoca, PA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kosik, Internist in Avoca, PA?

    Dr. James Kosik, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Avoca, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kosik graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mercy Hospital Scranton and Moses Taylor Hospital. Dr. Kosik is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kosik’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kosik’s office at (570) 457-9299.

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

    • Residency: Mercy Hospital Scranton and Moses Taylor Hospital

    • Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kosik board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. James Kosik, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kosik speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kosik treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Kosik 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. Kosik. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    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:

    • Tobacco Use
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Smoking habit
    • Nicotine use
    • Tobacco dependency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z720: Tobacco use

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Kosik perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Kosik may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kosik accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kosik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 457-9299 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kosik accept in Avoca, PA?

    Dr. Kosik in Avoca, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Kosik's office located?

    Dr. James Kosik's Primary Practice

    824 McAlpine St

    Avoca, PA 18641

    (570) 457-9299

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    Dr. James Kosik's Practice 2

    1086 Highway 315 Blvd

    Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

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    Dr. James Kosik's Practice 3

    135 S Main St

    Pittston, PA 18640

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

    Dr. Kosik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497783468.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kosik?

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

    What is Dr. James Kosik's specialty?

    Dr. Kosik is a Internist near Avoca, PA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Kosik to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Kosik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kosik is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Regional Hospital Of Scranton, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 James Kosik accepting new patients in Avoca, PA?

    Yes, Dr. James Kosik is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Kosik offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kosik's office at (570) 457-9299 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Kosik?

    Please contact Dr. Kosik's office at (570) 457-9299 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Kosik have?

    Dr. James Kosik is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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