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Dr. Carissa Kirk, DO

Edinburg, TX

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kirk, Orthopedic Surgeon in Edinburg, TX?

    Dr. Carissa Kirk, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Edinburg, TX. 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 (956) 362-6683.

    What languages does Dr. Kirk speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kirk typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown location
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Femoral Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Right Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Hip Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Ankle
    • Cotton's Fracture
    • Ankle Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82852A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kirk typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kirk performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Does Dr. Kirk accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kirk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 362-6683 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kirk accept in Edinburg, TX?

    Dr. Kirk in Edinburg, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kirk's office located?

    Dr. Carissa Kirk's Primary Practice

    5540 Raphael Dr

    Edinburg, TX 78539

    (956) 362-6683

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    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 1801003959.

    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. Carissa Kirk's specialty?

    Dr. Kirk is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Edinburg, TX.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is this Dr. Carissa Kirk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kirk is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Lukes Hospital - Duluth, Grand Itasca Clinic And Hospital, Fairview Range Medical Center, Indianhead Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is Carissa Kirk accepting new patients in Edinburg, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Carissa Kirk is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carissa Kirk offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kirk's office at (956) 362-6683 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carissa Kirk?

    Please contact Dr. Kirk's office at (956) 362-6683 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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