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Dr. Russell Bird, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Louisville, KY

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bird, Family Medicine Specialist in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Russell Bird, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Bird completed his residency at Lancaster Gen Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Bird is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bird’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bird’s office at (502) 253-6630.

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

    • Residency: Lancaster Gen Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny

    Is Dr. Bird board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Bird, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bird speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bird typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bird 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. Bird. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bird typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Russell Bird may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bird accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bird accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 253-6630 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bird accept in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Bird in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Essence Healthcare

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bird's office located?

    Dr. Russell Bird's Primary Practice

    2400 Eastpoint Pkwy

    Louisville, KY 40223

    (502) 253-6630

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    Dr. Russell Bird's Practice 2

    3900 Kresge Way

    Louisville, KY 40207

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bird affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Bird has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Baptist Health La Grange,La Grange, KY

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

    Dr. Bird's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801817242.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bird?

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

    What is Dr. Russell Bird's specialty?

    Dr. Bird is a Family Medicine Specialist near Louisville, KY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Russell Bird affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bird is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Russell Bird accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Bird is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Russell Bird offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bird's office at (502) 253-6630 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Russell Bird?

    Please contact Dr. Bird's office at (502) 253-6630 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bird's office located?

    Dr. Bird's office is located in Louisville, KY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Russell Bird have?

    Dr. Russell Bird is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.