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Dr. Russell Kirks, MD

Savannah, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kirks, Surgeon in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Russell Kirks, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kirks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirks’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirks’s office at (912) 352-0920.

    What languages does Dr. Kirks speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kirks treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Kirks 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. Kirks. 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:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Gallbladder problems
    • Biliary tract disease
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
    • Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Cholecystitis
    • Ongoing Gallbladder Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K828: Other specified diseases of gallbladder
    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K811: Chronic cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
    • Pancreatic Cyst
    • Pancreatic Disease
    • Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
    • Named Pancreatic Conditions
    • Other Defined Pancreas Problems
    • Cyst on Pancreas
    • Pancreatic Pseudocyst
    • Fluid Sac on Pancreas

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
    • K862: Cyst of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Cancer of the pancreas
    • Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
    • Pancreatic adenocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
    • C251: Malignant neoplasm of body of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Metastatic Liver Cancer
    • Secondary Liver Tumor
    • Liver Metastasis
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Liver
    • Other specified liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Hepatomegaly
    • Swollen liver
    • Liver enlargement
    • Uncommon liver conditions
    • Rare liver diseases
    • Specific liver disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
    • K7689: Other specified diseases of liver

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
    • Digestive Disease
    • Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
    • GI growth of unknown type
    • Indeterminate digestive mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Partial Intestinal Obstruction
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Partial Bowel Blockage
    • Incomplete Intestinal Obstruction
    • Partial Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56690: Other partial intestinal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Hereditary pancreatitis
    • Long-Term Pancreas Inflammation
    • Ongoing Pancreatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K861: Other chronic pancreatitis

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Which procedures does Dr. Kirks perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Russell Kirks may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kirks' office.

    Does Dr. Kirks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kirks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 352-0920 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kirks accept in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Kirks in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carepoint Health

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

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    Where is Dr. Kirks' office located?

    Dr. Russell Kirks' Primary Practice

    5354 Reynolds St Ste 202

    Savannah, GA 31405

    (912) 352-0920

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    Dr. Russell Kirks' Practice 2

    594 S Columbia Ave Ste 100

    Rincon, GA 31326

    (912) 826-4057

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    Dr. Russell Kirks' Practice 3

    925 Seneca St

    Seattle, WA 98101

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

    Dr. Kirks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285079186.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirks?

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

    What is Dr. Russell Kirks's specialty?

    Dr. Kirks is a Surgeon near Savannah, GA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Kirks to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Russell Kirks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kirks is affiliated with Candler 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 Russell Kirks accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Kirks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Russell Kirks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kirks's office at (912) 352-0920 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Russell Kirks?

    Please contact Dr. Kirks's office at (912) 352-0920 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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