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Dr. Kenneth Witterholt, MD

Dr. Kenneth Witterholt, MD

West Chester, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Witterholt, Surgeon in West Chester, PA?

    Dr. Kenneth Witterholt, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Chester, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Witterholt graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at PCOM/Christiana Care Health System Program. Dr. Witterholt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Witterholt’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Witterholt’s office at (610) 436-6696.

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

    • Residency: PCOM/Christiana Care Health System Program

    • Medical School: Mechanical Engineering

    Is Dr. Witterholt board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Witterholt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Witterholt speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Witterholt treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Witterholt 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. Witterholt. 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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction

    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:

    • Rectal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Perirectal Abscess
    • Pus Pocket in Rectum
    • Rectal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K611: Rectal abscess

    What procedures does Dr. Witterholt perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Witterholt 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. Witterholt. 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:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon 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)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Does Dr. Witterholt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Witterholt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 436-6696 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Witterholt accept in West Chester, PA?

    Dr. Witterholt in West Chester, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Witterholt's office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Witterholt's Primary Practice

    915 Old Fern Hill Rd Bldg B Ste 201

    West Chester, PA 19380

    (610) 436-6696

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    Dr. Kenneth Witterholt's Practice 2

    455 Woodview Rd Ste 230

    West Grove, PA 19390

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

    Dr. Witterholt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568431534.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Witterholt?

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

    What is Dr. Kenneth Witterholt's specialty?

    Dr. Witterholt is a Surgeon near West Chester, PA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Witterholt to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kenneth Witterholt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Witterholt is affiliated with Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital, Paoli Hospital, Riddle Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Reading Hospital Tower Health 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 Kenneth Witterholt accepting new patients in West Chester, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Witterholt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Witterholt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Witterholt's office at (610) 436-6696 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Witterholt?

    Please contact Dr. Witterholt's office at (610) 436-6696 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Witterholt have?

    Dr. Kenneth Witterholt is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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