Dr. Rafid Kakel, MD
Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine Specialist
,Occupational Medicine Specialist
Florence, KY
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kakel, Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine Specialist in Florence, KY?
Dr. Rafid Kakel, MD is a Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Florence, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kakel graduated from University of Mosul / College of Medicine. Dr. Kakel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kakel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kakel’s office at (859) 647-2900.
Where did Dr. Kakel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Mosul / College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kakel speak?
Dr. Kakel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kakel typically treat?
As a Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kakel 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. Kakel. 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 here.
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does a Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kakel typically perform?
As a Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafid Kakel may include:
- Preventive Medicine Consultation
- Preventive Medicine Follow Up
- Public Health Consultation
- Public Health Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Kakel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kakel accept my insurance?
Dr. Kakel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 647-2900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kakel accept in Florence, KY?
Dr. Kakel in Florence, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Custom Design Benefits
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kakel's office located?
What is Dr. Kakel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kakel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982961660.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kakel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kakel
What is Dr. Rafid Kakel's specialty?
Dr. Kakel is a Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine Specialist near Florence, KY.
What does a Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine Specialist do?
A preventive medicine physician specializing in occupational and environmental medicine, dedicated to safeguarding the population from the impacts of occupational and environmental conditions.
Is this Dr. Rafid Kakel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kakel is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Florence 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
When to see a Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental 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 Rafid Kakel accepting new patients in Florence, KY?
Yes, Dr. Rafid Kakel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafid Kakel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kakel's office at (859) 647-2900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafid Kakel?
Please contact Dr. Kakel's office at (859) 647-2900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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