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Dr. James Kirkpatrick, MD
Atlanta, GA
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kirkpatrick, Anesthesiologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. James Kirkpatrick, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Kirkpatrick completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kirkpatrick is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirkpatrick’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirkpatrick’s office.
Where did Dr. Kirkpatrick go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Medical University Of South Carolina Medical Ctr
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med
Is Dr. Kirkpatrick board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Kirkpatrick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Kirkpatrick speak?
Dr. Kirkpatrick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kirkpatrick typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kirkpatrick 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. Kirkpatrick. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kirkpatrick typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kirkpatrick 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. Kirkpatrick. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Kirkpatrick accept my insurance?
Dr. Kirkpatrick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kirkpatrick accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Kirkpatrick in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Employer Direct Healthcare
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kirkpatrick's office located?
What is Dr. Kirkpatrick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kirkpatrick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730296427.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirkpatrick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kirkpatrick
What is Dr. James Kirkpatrick's specialty?
Dr. Kirkpatrick is a Anesthesiologist near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. James Kirkpatrick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kirkpatrick is affiliated with Northside Hospital Cherokee, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Piedmont Mountainside 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
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Is James Kirkpatrick accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. James Kirkpatrick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Kirkpatrick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kirkpatrick's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Kirkpatrick?
Please contact Dr. Kirkpatrick's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Kirkpatrick have?
Dr. James Kirkpatrick is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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1000 Johnson Ferry Rd
Atlanta, GA 30342