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Dr. Kirsten Pennell, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Suffolk, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pennell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Suffolk, VA?

    Dr. Kirsten Pennell, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Suffolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Pennell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pennell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pennell’s office at (757) 467-4200.

    Is Dr. Pennell board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kirsten Pennell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pennell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pennell typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pennell 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. Pennell. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pennell typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kirsten Pennell may include:

    Please contact Dr. Pennell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Pennell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pennell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 467-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pennell accept in Suffolk, VA?

    Dr. Pennell in Suffolk, VA 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pennell's office located?

    Dr. Kirsten Pennell's Primary Practice

    2800 Godwin Blvd

    Suffolk, VA 23434

    (757) 467-4200

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    Dr. Kirsten Pennell's Practice 2

    4092 Foxwood Dr Ste 101

    Va Beach, VA 23462

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    Dr. Kirsten Pennell's Practice 3

    600 Gresham Dr

    Norfolk, VA 23507

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

    Dr. Pennell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518128909.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pennell?

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

    What is Dr. Kirsten Pennell's specialty?

    Dr. Pennell is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Suffolk, VA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Kirsten Pennell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pennell is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Careplex 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Kirsten Pennell accepting new patients in Suffolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Kirsten Pennell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kirsten Pennell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pennell's office at (757) 467-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kirsten Pennell?

    Please contact Dr. Pennell's office at (757) 467-4200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pennell's office located?

    Dr. Pennell's offices are located in Suffolk, VA, Va Beach, VA, and Norfolk, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kirsten Pennell have?

    Dr. Kirsten Pennell is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.