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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kripal, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Edgewood, KY?
Dr. Jerry Kripal, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Edgewood, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Kripal completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Kripal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kripal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kripal’s office at (859) 301-2250.
Where did Dr. Kripal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hosp, Inc, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne
Is Dr. Kripal board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jerry Kripal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kripal speak?
Dr. Kripal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kripal treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kripal 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. Kripal. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kripal perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jerry Kripal may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kripal's office.
Does Dr. Kripal accept my insurance?
Dr. Kripal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 301-2250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kripal accept in Edgewood, KY?
Dr. Kripal in Edgewood, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
90 Degree Benefits
Allied National
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Pregis
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Kripal's office located?
Dr. Jerry Kripal's Primary Practice
1 Medical Village Dr
Edgewood, KY 41017
(859) 301-2250
What is Dr. Kripal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kripal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700844040.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kripal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kripal
What is Dr. Jerry Kripal's specialty?
Dr. Kripal is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Edgewood, KY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Kripal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jerry Kripal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kripal is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Florence which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Jerry Kripal accepting new patients in Edgewood, KY?
Yes, Dr. Jerry Kripal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jerry Kripal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kripal's office at (859) 301-2250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jerry Kripal?
Please contact Dr. Kripal's office at (859) 301-2250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jerry Kripal have?
Dr. Jerry Kripal is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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