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Dr. Richard Kalman, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology and Adult Transplant Hepatology
Tufts University School of Medicine
Professional interests include: cirrhosis, liver biopsy, liver transplant, and more.
5401 North Broad Street Klein Building, Suite 505
Philadelphia, PA 19141

Dr. Richard Kalman, MD is a gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA specializing in adult gastroenterology and adult transplant hepatology. He graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine. Dr. Richard Kalman, MD is affiliated with Cooper University Health Care, Jefferson Health, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital and EINSTEIN PRACTICE PLAN INC.

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Office Locations

Address:

5401 North Broad Street Klein Building, Suite 505
Philadelphia, PA 19141

Address:

5401 Old York Road Philadelphia Suite 205
Philadelphia, PA 19141

Address:

5401 Old York Road
Buckingham Township, PA 19141

Some issues Dr. Richard Kalman, MD can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard Kalman, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Richard Kalman, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

diagnostic procedures 19
doctor visit 223
gastrointestinal procedures 19
hospital care 253
inpatient care 253
liver imaging 15
minimally invasive procedures 19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 19
ultrasound (sonogram) 15

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard Kalman, MD.

Gender
Female 51
Male 70
Ethnicity
Black / African American 38
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 65
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic 8
Other
Age
85 and over
75 to 84
Less than 65 43
65 to 74 58

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard Kalman, MD From 2016 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Richard Kalman, MD treated were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, diabetes and high cholesterol.

Hypertension 37
High Cholesterol 27
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 31
Asthma 5
Osteoporosis 4
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 27
Atrial Fibrillation 5
Cancer 5
Dementia 8

Education & Training

Dr. Richard Kalman, MD graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He is certified by the Transplant Hepatology Internal Medicine Gastroenterology and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine

Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Board Certification: Transplant Hepatology Internal Medicine Gastroenterology

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Richard Kalman, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cooper University Health Care
Jefferson Health
Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital
Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital
EINSTEIN PRACTICE PLAN INC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Richard Kalman, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna Medicare, CorVel, Humana Medicare Advantage, AmeriHealth, MultiPlan, Keystone Health Plan East, HealthSpring, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare, Medicaid, Cigna, Devon Health, TRICARE, InterGroup Services, Coventry, Aetna Select, Aetna Choice POS, First Health, Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, Keystone 65 Select, Sunrise Advantage, HealthAssured, Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA), Advantra, Provider Partners Health Plans (PPHP), Personal Choice 65, HealthAmerica, UPMC Community Health Choices, Keystone 65 Preferred, Gateway Health Plan Medicare, Independence Blue Cross Managed Care, Keystone First, New Courtland Life, Personal Choice, Keystone 65 Basic, Keystone First Community HealthChoices, Mercy Health Life, UPMC for Life, Fresenius Medical and Keystone First VIP Choice.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Richard Kalman, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Aetna Medicare
CorVel
Humana Medicare Advantage
AmeriHealth
MultiPlan
Keystone Health Plan East
HealthSpring
OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)
United Healthcare
Medicaid
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Insurance Accepted by Affiliated Medical Group or Hospital:
TriWest (Urgent Care Only)
Oxford Healthcare
AmeriHealth
Humana Medicare
QualCare
Brighton Health Plan Solutions
United Health Care
TriCare East Humana
WellCare
Medicare
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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Richard Kalman, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.85 out of 5 stars based on 1507 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Richard Kalman, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Philadelphia, PA. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Richard Kalman, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Genentech USA, Inc. $1,852 TECENTRIQ
$1,852
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. $124
$124
EISAI INC. $113 Lenvima
$113
Abbott Laboratories $62 Absolute Pro vascular stent system
$24 		Supera peripheral stent system
$23 		Perclose ProGlide suture mediated closure system
$14
AbbVie Inc. $50 Mavyret
$50
Other $48 SYNERGY
$14 		INTERSTIM
$14 		Rotablator
$13 		Vemlidy
$8
Types of Payments
Consulting Fee $1,852
Food and Beverage $353
Education $44

Research Payments

Dr. Richard Kalman, MD has received 51 research payments totaling $46,557.

Biography

Dr. Richard Kalman's medical specialty is adult gastroenterology and adult transplant hepatology. Dr. Kalman attended medical school at Tufts University School of Medicine. He trained at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center for his residency. Clinical interests for Dr. Kalman include gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), portal hypertension, and peritonitis. Patient ratings for Dr. Kalman average 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Kalman appears to be in-network for Blue California, Coventry, and Devon Health, in addition to other insurance carriers. He is professionally affiliated with Jefferson Health and Cooper University Health Care. His practice in Philadelphia, PA is open to new patients as reported by Jefferson Health.

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