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Who is Dr. Kirkegaard, Internist in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Erin Kirkegaard, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kirkegaard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirkegaard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirkegaard’s office at (509) 684-2561.
What languages does Dr. Kirkegaard speak?
Dr. Kirkegaard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kirkegaard typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kirkegaard 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. Kirkegaard. 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:
- 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kirkegaard typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Erin Kirkegaard may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Kirkegaard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kirkegaard accept my insurance?
Dr. Kirkegaard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 684-2561 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kirkegaard accept in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Kirkegaard in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kirkegaard's office located?
Dr. Erin Kirkegaard's Primary Practice
4700 Point Fosdick Dr
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
(509) 684-2561
What is Dr. Kirkegaard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kirkegaard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841634326.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirkegaard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kirkegaard
What is Dr. Erin Kirkegaard's specialty?
Dr. Kirkegaard is a Internist near Gig Harbor, WA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Erin Kirkegaard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kirkegaard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Erin Kirkegaard accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, Dr. Erin Kirkegaard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erin Kirkegaard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kirkegaard's office at (509) 684-2561 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erin Kirkegaard?
Please contact Dr. Kirkegaard's office at (509) 684-2561 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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