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Dr. Kayla Vanderkooi, MD

Corpus Christi, TX

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    Who is Dr. Vanderkooi, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Dr. Kayla Vanderkooi, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Vanderkooi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanderkooi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanderkooi’s office at (361) 861-1864.

    What languages does Dr. Vanderkooi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Vanderkooi treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vanderkooi 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. Vanderkooi. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Lower belly pain
    • Pain in lower abdomen
    • Abdominal discomfort
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1030: Lower abdominal pain, unspecified
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Which procedures does Dr. Vanderkooi perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kayla Vanderkooi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Vanderkooi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vanderkooi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 861-1864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vanderkooi accept in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Dr. Vanderkooi in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Vanderkooi's office located?

    Dr. Kayla Vanderkooi's Primary Practice

    5950 Saratoga Blvd

    Corpus Christi, TX 78414

    (361) 861-1864

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    Dr. Kayla Vanderkooi's Practice 2

    600 Elizabeth St

    Corpus Christi, TX 78404

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    Dr. Kayla Vanderkooi's Practice 3

    107 Swift St

    Refugio, TX 78377

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

    Dr. Vanderkooi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407484306.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanderkooi?

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

    What is Dr. Kayla Vanderkooi's specialty?

    Dr. Vanderkooi is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Corpus Christi, TX. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Vanderkooi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kayla Vanderkooi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Vanderkooi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands. 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency 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 Kayla Vanderkooi accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Kayla Vanderkooi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kayla Vanderkooi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vanderkooi's office at (361) 861-1864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kayla Vanderkooi?

    Please contact Dr. Vanderkooi's office at (361) 861-1864 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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