Jennifer A. Kovatch

Overview

Jennifer Ann Kovatch, MD, is a board-certified physician specializing in pediatric hematology oncology.|Dr. Kovatch and her team treat children up to age 13 for conditions such as leukemia/lymphoma, solid tumors, benign tumors and benign hematology (anemia, bleeding disorders and clotting disorders).|Dr. Kovatch performs procedures including lumbar puncture, intrathecal chemotherapy (when chemotherapy is delivered into cerebrospinal fluid), and bone marrow aspiration and biopsy.|She was inspired by her own experience as a pediatric hematology oncology patient to pursue a career in medicine and make a difference in the lives of children. “I love getting to know my patients and helping them achieve their therapeutic goals,” she says.|Dr. Kovatch earned her Doctor of Medicine from the Ross University School of Medicine in the West Indies in 2014. She completed her residency at the University of Missouri in 2017 and a fellowship at the Penn State College of Medicine in 2020.|She is board certified in pediatrics and pediatric hematology oncology by the American Board of Pediatrics.|A New Jersey native, Dr. Kovatch enjoys renovating her home, yardwork and fostering cats in her spare time. Her hobbies include riding her motorcycle and creating artwork.

Her top areas of expertise are Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), and Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).

Graduate Institution

Ross University, School Of Medicine - West Indies, 2014 - Doctor Of Medicine

Residency

University of Missouri - Columbia, MO, 2017

Specialties

Pediatric Hematology Oncology

Licenses

Hospitalist in ND

Fellowships

Penn State College of Medicine, 2020

Languages Spoken

English
French

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Cigna
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  • HMO
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Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • POS
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Medica
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Moda Health
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  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
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Locations

Geisinger Medical Center - Pediatric Hematology Oncology
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
Other Locations
Geisinger Scranton - Pediatric Hematology Oncology
5 Morgan Highway, Scranton, PA 18508

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Kovatch has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jennifer A. Kovatch is classified as an Experienced expert for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Jennifer A. Kovatch specialize in?

While Dr. Jennifer A. Kovatch is a Pediatric Hematology Oncology, they have specific expertise in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), and Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Hematology Oncology.

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Dr. Jennifer A. Kovatch accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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