Summary

Dr. Lewis Kaplan is a surgeon who specializes in surgery and critical care medicine. He graduated from the University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey in Piscataway and completed his residency at the Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1995. With 38 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Kaplan has built extensive expertise in managing complex surgical cases and providing critical care for seriously ill patients.

Dr. Kaplan practices at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, and Pennsylvania Hospital, all located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His clinical focus includes treating patients with electrolyte imbalances and various types of anemia, including iron deficiency anemia and anemia caused by heavy bleeding. He performs abdominal surgeries, appendectomies, and cecostomy procedures to help patients recover from serious medical conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 38 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • Medical College of Pennsylvania
  • 3 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Lewis Jay Kaplan has 3 locations

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SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
38 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Philadelphia , PADarby , PALanghorne , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: University Of Medicine & Dentistry Of New Jersey - Piscataway Med School: Armed Forces Medical College Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lewis Jay Kaplan

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Amerihealth Caritas (Transplant patients only)
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (fka Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • QualCare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lewis Jay Kaplan has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lewis Jay Kaplan has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Compartment Syndromes
  • Critical Care Specialist
  • Eye Diseases
  • General Surgeon
  • Heart Disease (Myocardial Ischemia)
  • Multiple Trauma
  • Shock
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Medical College of Pennsylvania1995

Medical School

University Of Medicine & Dentistry Of New Jersey - PiscatawayGraduated in 1988

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Lewis Kaplan affiliated with?
Dr. Lewis Kaplan is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, and Pennsylvania Hospital.
Does Dr. Lewis Kaplan accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lewis Kaplan?
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Does Dr. Lewis Kaplan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Is Dr. Lewis Kaplan accepting new patients?
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