Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kirkwood, Vascular Surgeon in Frisco, TX?
Dr. Melissa Kirkwood, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Frisco, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Kirkwood graduated from Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Kirkwood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirkwood’s practice accepts Medicaid, 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?
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kirkwood board certified in Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Kirkwood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
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 Vascular Surgeon, 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
- Right leg claudication
- PAD right leg pain with activity
- Right leg artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
- I70211: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, right leg
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Complication
- AV Fistula Problem
- Dialysis Fistula Issue
- Mechanical AV Fistula Complication
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82590A: Other mechanical complication of surgically created arteriovenous fistula, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of Left Leg Arteries with Leg Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Left leg PAD with claudication
- Left leg artery disease with pain
- Intermittent claudication left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70212: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, left leg
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Artery Aneurysm
- Aneurysms
- Blood Vessel Aneurysm
- Artery Bulge
- Vascular Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I728: Aneurysm of other specified arteries
Which procedures does Dr. Kirkwood perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Kirkwood may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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 Frisco, TX?
Dr. Kirkwood in Frisco, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kirkwood's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Texas Rising Stars
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 1043444565.
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. Melissa Kirkwood's specialty?
Dr. Kirkwood is a Vascular Surgeon near Frisco, TX. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Kirkwood to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Kirkwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kirkwood is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Melissa Kirkwood accepting new patients in Frisco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Kirkwood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa 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 Melissa Kirkwood?
Please contact Dr. Kirkwood's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Kirkwood have?
Dr. Melissa Kirkwood is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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