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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Close, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Weirton, WV?
Dr. Kelly Close, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Weirton, WV with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Close is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Close’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Close’s office at (304) 797-6000.
Where did Dr. Close go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus
What languages does Dr. Close speak?
Dr. Close and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Close typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Close 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. Close. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Bacterial Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Bacterial Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
- Bacterial Disease Contact
- Suspected Bacterial Infection
- Exposure to Bacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
- Z20818: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other bacterial communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Close typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kelly Close may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Close's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Close accept my insurance?
Dr. Close accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 797-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Close accept in Weirton, WV?
Dr. Close in Weirton, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of West Virginia
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Close's office located?
What is Dr. Close's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Close's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740496108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Close?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Close
What is Dr. Kelly Close's specialty?
Dr. Close is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Weirton, WV.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Kelly Close affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Close is affiliated with Wvu Medicine Weirton 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kelly Close accepting new patients in Weirton, WV?
Yes, Dr. Kelly Close is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kelly Close offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Close's office at (304) 797-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kelly Close?
Please contact Dr. Close's office at (304) 797-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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