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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kirkland, Internist in Morganton, NC?
Dr. Thomas Kirkland, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Morganton, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Kirkland is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirkland’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirkland’s office at (828) 580-6753.
What languages does Dr. Kirkland speak?
Dr. Kirkland and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kirkland treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Kirkland 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. Kirkland. 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kirkland perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Thomas Kirkland 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kirkland's office.
Does Dr. Kirkland accept my insurance?
Dr. Kirkland accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 580-6753 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kirkland accept in Morganton, NC?
Dr. Kirkland in Morganton, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kirkland's office located?
Dr. Thomas Kirkland's Primary Practice
2201 S Sterling St
Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 580-6753
What is Dr. Kirkland's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kirkland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932526720.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirkland?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kirkland
What is Dr. Thomas Kirkland's specialty?
Dr. Kirkland is a Internist near Morganton, NC.
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.
Contact Dr. Kirkland to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Thomas Kirkland affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kirkland is affiliated with Unc Health Blue Ridge 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Thomas Kirkland accepting new patients in Morganton, NC?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Kirkland is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Kirkland offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kirkland's office at (828) 580-6753 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Kirkland?
Please contact Dr. Kirkland's office at (828) 580-6753 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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