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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brinkerhoff, Family Medicine Specialist in Ketchikan, AK?
Dr. Joshua Brinkerhoff, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ketchikan, AK. He is board certified. Dr. Brinkerhoff completed his residency at Ball Memorial Hospital. Dr. Brinkerhoff is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brinkerhoff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brinkerhoff’s office at (907) 228-8140.
Where did Dr. Brinkerhoff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ball Memorial Hospital
Is Dr. Brinkerhoff board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Brinkerhoff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Brinkerhoff speak?
Dr. Brinkerhoff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brinkerhoff typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brinkerhoff 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. Brinkerhoff. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brinkerhoff typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Brinkerhoff may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Brinkerhoff's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Brinkerhoff accept my insurance?
Dr. Brinkerhoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (907) 228-8140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brinkerhoff accept in Ketchikan, AK?
Dr. Brinkerhoff in Ketchikan, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
State of Alaska
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Brinkerhoff's office located?
Dr. Joshua Brinkerhoff's Primary Practice
3100 Tongass Ave
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 228-8140
What is Dr. Brinkerhoff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brinkerhoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821250846.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brinkerhoff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brinkerhoff
What is Dr. Joshua Brinkerhoff's specialty?
Dr. Brinkerhoff is a Family Medicine Specialist near Ketchikan, AK.
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. Joshua Brinkerhoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brinkerhoff is affiliated with Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center 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
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 Joshua Brinkerhoff accepting new patients in Ketchikan, AK?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Brinkerhoff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Brinkerhoff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brinkerhoff's office at (907) 228-8140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Brinkerhoff?
Please contact Dr. Brinkerhoff's office at (907) 228-8140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Brinkerhoff have?
Dr. Joshua Brinkerhoff is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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