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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jenkins, Rheumatologist in Hobart, IN?
Dr. Kirk Jenkins is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Hobart, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Jenkins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jenkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jenkins’s office.
What languages does Dr. Jenkins speak?
Dr. Jenkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Jenkins treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Jenkins 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. Jenkins. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
- Common psoriasis
- Chronic plaque psoriasis
- Psoriasis of the skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
- L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Erosive Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Erosive Arthritis
- Inflammatory Osteoarthritis
- Destructive Joint Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M154: Erosive (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Unspecified Abnormal Finding in Organs or Tissues
- General abnormal tissue test
- Unspecified organ abnormality
- Abnormal body system finding
ICD-10 Codes:
- R899: Unspecified abnormal finding in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Raynaud's Phenomenon
- Raynaud Phenomenon
- Raynaud’s Phenomenon
- Raynaud's Disease', 'Raynaud's Syndrome
- Cold Fingers and Toes
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7300: Raynaud's syndrome without gangrene
Also known as:
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) without kidney problems
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
- Wegener's without kidney involvement
- Non-renal GPA
- Localized GPA
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3130: Wegener's granulomatosis without renal involvement
Also known as:
- Central Pain Syndrome
- Pain
- Neuropathic pain
- Brain pain syndrome
- Central nervous system pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G890: Central pain syndrome
Which procedures does Dr. Jenkins perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kirk Jenkins may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jenkins' office.
Does Dr. Jenkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Jenkins 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. Jenkins accept in Hobart, IN?
Dr. Jenkins in Hobart, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Jenkins' office located?
What is Dr. Jenkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jenkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306161955.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jenkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jenkins
What is Dr. Kirk Jenkins's specialty?
Dr. Jenkins is a Rheumatologist near Hobart, IN. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Jenkins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kirk Jenkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jenkins is affiliated with Franciscan Health Crown Point, Northwestern Memorial 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
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Is Kirk Jenkins accepting new patients in Hobart, IN?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Jenkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirk Jenkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jenkins's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirk Jenkins?
Please contact Dr. Jenkins's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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