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Who is Dr. Kiker, Pediatrician in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Karla Kiker, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX. Dr. Kiker is fluent in English, Chinese, Creoles and pidgins, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kiker’s office at (508) 679-8111.
Where did Dr. Kiker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Nicaragua
What languages does Dr. Kiker speak?
Dr. Kiker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
Creoles and pidgins
English
French
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kiker typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kiker 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. Kiker. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
- Lung Disease
- Lung infection
- Chest infection
- Acute respiratory infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J22: Unspecified acute lower respiratory infection
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kiker typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kiker performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kiker. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Kiker accept my insurance?
Dr. Kiker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 679-8111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kiker accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Kiker in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Texas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kiker's office located?
Dr. Karla Kiker's Primary Practice
14041 Northwest Blvd Ste 1
Corpus Christi, TX 78410
(508) 679-8111
What is Dr. Kiker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kiker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174511265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kiker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kiker
What is Dr. Karla Kiker's specialty?
Dr. Kiker is a Pediatrician near Corpus Christi, TX.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Karla Kiker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kiker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lifespan Of Massachusetts - Fall River Inc. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karla Kiker accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Karla Kiker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karla Kiker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kiker's office at (508) 679-8111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karla Kiker?
Please contact Dr. Kiker's office at (508) 679-8111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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