41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kirkwood, Family Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Kenneth Kirkwood, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Kirkwood completed his residency at Arrowhead Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Kirkwood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirkwood’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirkwood’s office.
Where did Dr. Kirkwood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Arrowhead Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology
Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny
Is Dr. Kirkwood board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Kirkwood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kirkwood speak?
Dr. Kirkwood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kirkwood treat?
As a Family Medicine 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.
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Middle Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Acute Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1033: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kirkwood perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kenneth Kirkwood may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kirkwood's office.
Does Dr. Kirkwood accept my insurance?
Dr. Kirkwood 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. Kirkwood accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Kirkwood in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cooperative Benefit Group
Express Scripts
First Administrators
First Medical Health Plan
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1235221813.
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. Kenneth Kirkwood's specialty?
Dr. Kirkwood is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA. 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. Contact Dr. Kirkwood to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Kirkwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kirkwood is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Kenneth Kirkwood accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Kirkwood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Kirkwood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kirkwood's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Kirkwood?
Please contact Dr. Kirkwood's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Kirkwood have?
Dr. Kenneth Kirkwood is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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1812 S J St Ste 120
Tacoma, WA 98405