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Dr. Charles Kerr, MD

Andalusia, AL

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kerr, Family Medicine Specialist in Andalusia, AL?

    Dr. Charles Kerr, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Andalusia, AL. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Kerr graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Al Coll Comm Hlth Scis, Family Medicine; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Kerr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kerr’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kerr’s office at (334) 222-8450.

    Where did Dr. Kerr go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Al Coll Comm Hlth Scis, Family Medicine; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | University Al College Comm Health Scis | University of Alabama at Birmingham

    • Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kerr board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Kerr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kerr speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kerr typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kerr 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. Kerr. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Cessation Counseling
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Harms of Cigarette Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting
    • Smoking cessation counseling
    • Quitting tobacco support
    • Nicotine addiction counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z716: Tobacco abuse counseling

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kerr typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kerr 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. Kerr. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
    • Precancerous Lesion Treatment
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions
    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)

    Does Dr. Kerr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kerr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 222-8450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kerr accept in Andalusia, AL?

    Dr. Kerr in Andalusia, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kerr's office located?

    Dr. Charles Kerr's Primary Practice

    712 E Three Notch St

    Andalusia, AL 36420

    (334) 222-8450

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Charles Kerr an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Kerr has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Kerr, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Kerr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790798973.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerr?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Kerr's specialty?

    Dr. Kerr is a Family Medicine Specialist near Andalusia, AL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Charles Kerr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kerr is affiliated with Andalusia Health, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola, Uab Hospital 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Charles Kerr accepting new patients in Andalusia, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Kerr is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Kerr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kerr's office at (334) 222-8450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Kerr?

    Please contact Dr. Kerr's office at (334) 222-8450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Kerr have?

    Dr. Charles Kerr is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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