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Dr. Kathleen Irby, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Salt Lake City, UT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Irby, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Salt Lake City, UT?

    Dr. Kathleen Irby, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Irby is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Irby’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Irby’s office at (801) 581-7818.

    What languages does Dr. Irby speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Irby typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Irby 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. Irby. 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:

    • Myotonic Dystrophy
    • Muscular Dystrophy
    • Myotonic dystrophy
    • DM
    • Steinert's Disease
    • Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7111: Myotonic muscular dystrophy

    Also known as:

    • Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis
    • Genetic Brain Disorder
    • CLN10 disease
    • CLN11 disease
    • CLN1 disease
    • CLN2 disease
    • CLN3 disease
    • CLN4 disease
    • CLN5 disease
    • CLN6 disease
    • CLN7 disease
    • CLN8 disease
    • NCL
    • Batten disease
    • Lysosomal Storage Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E754: Neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
    • Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements
    • PD with Dyskinesia
    • Movement Disorder with Parkinson's

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Irby typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Irby may include:

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

    Does Dr. Irby accept my insurance?

    Dr. Irby accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 581-7818 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Irby accept in Salt Lake City, UT?

    Dr. Irby in Salt Lake City, UT 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 Michigan

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of Utah

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    Where is Dr. Irby's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Irby's Primary Practice

    100 N Mario Capecchi Dr

    Salt Lake City, UT 84113

    (801) 581-7818

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    Dr. Kathleen Irby's Practice 2

    485 E 500 S

    Bountiful, UT 84010

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    What hospitals are Dr. Irby affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Irby has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    University Of Utah Hospital,Salt Lake City, UT
    Primary Childrens Hospital,Salt Lake City, UT

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

    Dr. Irby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518492859.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Irby?

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

    What is Dr. Kathleen Irby's specialty?

    Dr. Irby is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Salt Lake City, UT.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Irby is affiliated with Intermountain Medical Center 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 Irby accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?

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

    Does Dr. Kathleen Irby offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Irby's office at (801) 581-7818 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Irby's office at (801) 581-7818 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Irby's office located?

    Dr. Irby's offices are located in Salt Lake City, UT and Bountiful, UT.