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Dr. Kara Gilkey, MD

Glasgow, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gilkey, Family Medicine Specialist in Glasgow, KY?

    Dr. Kara Gilkey, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Glasgow, KY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Gilkey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gilkey’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gilkey’s office at (270) 651-4325.

    Is Dr. Gilkey board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kara Gilkey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gilkey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gilkey treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gilkey 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. Gilkey. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Which procedures does Dr. Gilkey perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kara Gilkey may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gilkey's office.

    Does Dr. Gilkey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gilkey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 651-4325 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gilkey accept in Glasgow, KY?

    Dr. Gilkey in Glasgow, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Passport Health Plan

    • State of Kentucky

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gilkey's office located?

    Dr. Kara Gilkey's Primary Practice

    1301 N Race St

    Glasgow, KY 42141

    (270) 651-4325

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    Dr. Kara Gilkey's Practice 2

    440 E Happy Valley St

    Cave City, KY 42127

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    Dr. Kara Gilkey's Practice 3

    1 Trillium Way

    Corbin, KY 40701

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

    Dr. Gilkey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689846156.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gilkey?

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

    What is Dr. Kara Gilkey's specialty?

    Dr. Gilkey is a Family Medicine Specialist near Glasgow, KY. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Gilkey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kara Gilkey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gilkey is affiliated with T.J. Samson Community Hospital, The Medical Center at Bowling Green, T.J. Samson Community Hospital, Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Baptist Health Corbin, TriStar Centennial Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Kara Gilkey accepting new patients in Glasgow, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Kara Gilkey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kara Gilkey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gilkey's office at (270) 651-4325 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kara Gilkey?

    Please contact Dr. Gilkey's office at (270) 651-4325 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Gilkey have?

    Dr. Kara Gilkey is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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