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Dr. Kathleen Starbird

Geriatric Medicine Specialist

Tavares, FL

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Starbird, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Tavares, FL?

    Dr. Kathleen Starbird is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tavares, FL. She has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Starbird graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine Kettering Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Starbird is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Starbird’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Starbird’s office at (352) 343-1341.

    Where did Dr. Starbird go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine Kettering Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of S Fl College Of Med

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Starbird speak?

    Dr. Starbird and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Starbird typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Starbird 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. Starbird. 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:

    • 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:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Starbird typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Starbird may include:

    Please contact Dr. Starbird's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Starbird accept my insurance?

    Dr. Starbird accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 343-1341 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Starbird accept in Tavares, FL?

    Dr. Starbird in Tavares, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Broward Health

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Starbird's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Starbird's Primary Practice

    12300 Lane Park Rd

    Tavares, FL 32778

    (352) 343-1341

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    What is Dr. Starbird's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Starbird's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568515997.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Starbird?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Starbird

    What is Dr. Kathleen Starbird's specialty?

    Dr. Starbird is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Tavares, FL.

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is Dr. Kathleen Starbird affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Starbird is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital, Hca Florida Oak Hill Hospital, Hca Florida Brandon Hospital, Uf Health Leesburg Hospital, Adventhealth Tampa, St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kathleen Starbird accepting new patients in Tavares, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Starbird is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Starbird offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Starbird's office at (352) 343-1341 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathleen Starbird?

    Please contact Dr. Starbird's office at (352) 343-1341 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Starbird's office located?

    Dr. Starbird's office is located in Tavares, FL.