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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hirni, Hospitalist in Saint Joseph, MO?
Dr. Kirstin Hirni, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Saint Joseph, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hirni is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hirni’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hirni’s office at (816) 271-6406.
What languages does Dr. Hirni speak?
Dr. Hirni and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hirni treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hirni 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. Hirni. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Which procedures does Dr. Hirni perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Kirstin Hirni may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hirni's office.
Does Dr. Hirni accept my insurance?
Dr. Hirni accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 271-6406 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hirni accept in Saint Joseph, MO?
Dr. Hirni in Saint Joseph, MO 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 of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hirni's office located?
Dr. Kirstin Hirni's Primary Practice
5325 Faraon St
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 271-6406
What is Dr. Hirni's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hirni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124384292.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hirni?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hirni
What is Dr. Kirstin Hirni's specialty?
Dr. Hirni is a Hospitalist near Saint Joseph, MO. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Hirni to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kirstin Hirni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hirni is affiliated with Mosaic Life Care at St. Joseph - Medical Center, Menorah 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
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Is Kirstin Hirni accepting new patients in Saint Joseph, MO?
Yes, Dr. Kirstin Hirni is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirstin Hirni offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hirni's office at (816) 271-6406 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirstin Hirni?
Please contact Dr. Hirni's office at (816) 271-6406 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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