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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kirifides, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Newark, DE?
Dr. Alexander Kirifides, DO is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Kirifides graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Kirifides is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirifides’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirifides’s office at (302) 454-9800.
Where did Dr. Kirifides go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Christiana Hospital
Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kirifides speak?
Dr. Kirifides and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Kirifides treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Kirifides 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. Kirifides. 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:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Postpartum Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Maternal Depression Check
- PPD Screening
- New Mother Depression Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1332: Encounter for screening for maternal depression
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- First Trimester Prenatal Care
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Early pregnancy care
- First trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in early pregnancy
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
- Late pregnancy care
- Third trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in late pregnancy
- Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Normal Pregnancy Supervision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3491: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, first trimester
- Z3492: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
- Z3493: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
- Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Irregular Periods
- Menstruation
- Oligomenorrhea
- Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
ICD-10 Codes:
- N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Also known as:
- Birth Control Shot Check-up
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Injectable contraceptive follow-up
- Depo-Provera monitoring
- Birth control injection check
- Intrauterine device placement
- Getting an IUD
- IUD procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive
- Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding After Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N950: Postmenopausal bleeding
Also known as:
- Other Vaginal Disorder
- Vaginal Disease
- Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
- Specific Vaginal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cyst
- Ovarian Cysts
- Ovary Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N83201: Unspecified ovarian cyst, right side
Also known as:
- Hazardous Exposure
- Poisoning
- Toxic Contact
- Dangerous Substance Exposure
- Health Hazards Contact
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z779: Other contact with and (suspected) exposures hazardous to health
What procedures does Dr. Kirifides perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Kirifides performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kirifides. 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:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Hysteroscopy with Endometrial Ablation
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Lining Removal
- Endometrial Resection
- Thermoablation of Uterus
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
- 58563: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with endometrial ablation (eg, endometrial resection, electrosurgical ablation, thermoablation)
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Curettage
- Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
- Cervical Cone Biopsy (LEEP)
- LEEP Procedure
- Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure
- Cervical Conization
- Cone Biopsy of Cervix
CPT Codes:
- 57522: Conization of cervix, with or without fulguration, with or without dilation and curettage, with or without repair; loop electrode excision
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation
- Minimally Invasive Tubal Ligation
- Keyhole Fallopian Tube Sealing
- Laparoscopic Oviduct Fulguration
- Laparoscopic Tube Tying
CPT Codes:
- 58670: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration of oviducts (with or without transection)
Also known as:
- Endocervical Curettage
- Cervical Scraping
- Uterine Neck Biopsy
- Endocervical Sampling
CPT Codes:
- 57505: Endocervical curettage (not done as part of a dilation and curettage)
Also known as:
- Removal of Non-Biodegradable Drug Implant
- Drug Delivery Device Removal
- Permanent Drug Implant Explant
- Non-Dissolving Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11982: Removal, non-biodegradable drug delivery implant
Also known as:
- Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
- Medication Implant Placement
- Bioresorbable Drug Implant
- Contraceptive Implant Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)
Also known as:
- Removal and Reinsertion of Drug Delivery Implant
- Drug Implant Exchange
- Non-Biodegradable Implant Replacement
- Medication Device Change
CPT Codes:
- 11983: Removal with reinsertion, non-biodegradable drug delivery implant
Also known as:
- Surgical Treatment for Missed Miscarriage (First Trimester)
- D&C for Missed Abortion
- Surgical Miscarriage Management
- First Trimester Missed Abortion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 59820: Treatment of missed abortion, completed surgically; first trimester
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care Visits (4-6)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum visits
- Pregnancy check-ups
- Maternity care appointments
CPT Codes:
- 59425: Antepartum care only; 4-6 visits
Does Dr. Kirifides accept my insurance?
Dr. Kirifides accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 454-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kirifides accept in Newark, DE?
Dr. Kirifides in Newark, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Dollar General
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kirifides' office located?
Dr. Alexander Kirifides' Primary Practice
4745 Ogletown Stanton Rd Ste 106
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-9800
What is Dr. Kirifides's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kirifides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184642134.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirifides?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kirifides
What is Dr. Alexander Kirifides's specialty?
Dr. Kirifides is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Newark, DE. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Kirifides to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Kirifides affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kirifides is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Beebe Healthcare, Riddle Hospital, TidalHealth Nanticoke 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 Alexander Kirifides accepting new patients in Newark, DE?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Kirifides is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Kirifides offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kirifides's office at (302) 454-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Kirifides?
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