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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kirk, Physiatrist in Reno, NV?
Dr. Melissa Kirk, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Reno, NV. Dr. Kirk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirk’s office at (573) 882-3101.
What languages does Dr. Kirk speak?
Dr. Kirk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kirk typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Kirk 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. Kirk. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kirk typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Kirk may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Kirk's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kirk accept my insurance?
Dr. Kirk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 882-3101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kirk accept in Reno, NV?
Dr. Kirk in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Broward Health
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kirk's office located?
What is Dr. Kirk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kirk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235525072.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kirk
What is Dr. Melissa Kirk's specialty?
Dr. Kirk is a Physiatrist near Reno, NV.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Melissa Kirk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kirk is affiliated with Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Renown Regional Medical Center 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melissa Kirk accepting new patients in Reno, NV?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Kirk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Kirk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kirk's office at (573) 882-3101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Kirk?
Please contact Dr. Kirk's office at (573) 882-3101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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