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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sparks, Hospitalist in Brandon, MS?
Dr. Kendrick Sparks, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Brandon, MS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sparks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sparks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sparks’s office at (601) 649-2863.
What languages does Dr. Sparks speak?
Dr. Sparks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sparks typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sparks 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. Sparks. 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.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sparks typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Kendrick Sparks may include:
Please contact Dr. Sparks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sparks accept my insurance?
Dr. Sparks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 649-2863 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sparks accept in Brandon, MS?
Dr. Sparks in Brandon, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sparks' office located?
Dr. Kendrick Sparks' Primary Practice
350 Crossgates Blvd
Brandon, MS 39042
(601) 649-2863
What is Dr. Sparks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sparks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568584019.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sparks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sparks
What is Dr. Kendrick Sparks's specialty?
Dr. Sparks is a Hospitalist near Brandon, MS.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Kendrick Sparks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sparks is affiliated with Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, St. Dominic Hospital, Ochsner St. Anne 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kendrick Sparks accepting new patients in Brandon, MS?
Yes, Dr. Kendrick Sparks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kendrick Sparks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sparks's office at (601) 649-2863 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kendrick Sparks?
Please contact Dr. Sparks's office at (601) 649-2863 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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