Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silvey, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Kirsten Silvey, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Silvey graduated from University of New Mexico. Dr. Silvey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silvey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silvey’s office.
Where did Dr. Silvey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF NM SCH OF MEDICINE | University of New Mexico
Is Dr. Silvey board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kirsten Silvey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Silvey speak?
Dr. Silvey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Silvey typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Silvey 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. Silvey. 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:
- 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:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Silvey typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kirsten Silvey may include:
Please contact Dr. Silvey's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Silvey accept my insurance?
Dr. Silvey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silvey accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Silvey in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Silvey's office located?
What is Dr. Silvey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silvey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720284656.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silvey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silvey
What is Dr. Kirsten Silvey's specialty?
Dr. Silvey is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Kirsten Silvey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silvey is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Kirsten Silvey accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Kirsten Silvey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirsten Silvey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silvey's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirsten Silvey?
Please contact Dr. Silvey's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kirsten Silvey have?
Dr. Kirsten Silvey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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