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46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kirkwood, Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. John Kirkwood, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years. Dr. Kirkwood is fluent in English, German, Italian, and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirkwood’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirkwood’s office at (412) 383-1370.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kirkwood?
Dr. John Kirkwood, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kirkwood empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Melanoma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pittsburgh, PA community, Dr. Kirkwood is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Kirkwood speak?
Dr. Kirkwood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Italian
Portuguese
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Kirkwood typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Kirkwood 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. Kirkwood. 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:
- Melanoma
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma of the Left Leg or Hip
- Melanoma of Right Leg or Hip
- Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
- Melanoma of the Right Arm or Shoulder
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
- Left Arm Melanoma
- Left Shoulder Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Left Arm
- Left Upper Limb Melanoma
- Left Leg Melanoma
- Left Hip Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Left Leg
- Right Leg Melanoma
- Right Hip Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Right Lower Limb Melanoma
- Scalp Melanoma
- Neck Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Scalp
- Skin Cancer of Neck
- Right Arm Melanoma
- Right Shoulder Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Right Arm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
- C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C4372: Malignant melanoma of left lower limb, including hip
- C4371: Malignant melanoma of right lower limb, including hip
- C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck
- C4361: Malignant melanoma of right upper limb, including shoulder
Does Dr. Kirkwood accept my insurance?
Dr. Kirkwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 383-1370 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kirkwood accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Kirkwood in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
Aetna
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Kirkwood's office located?
What is Dr. Kirkwood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kirkwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528036449.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirkwood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kirkwood
What is Dr. John Kirkwood's specialty?
Dr. Kirkwood is a Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA.
Is this Dr. John Kirkwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kirkwood is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Presbyterian. 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 Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Kirkwood accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. John Kirkwood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Kirkwood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kirkwood's office at (412) 383-1370 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Kirkwood?
Please contact Dr. Kirkwood's office at (412) 383-1370 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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