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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Edwards, Pediatrician in Falmouth, MA?
Dr. Kira Edwards, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Falmouth, MA. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Edwards graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at University Of Connecticut. Dr. Edwards is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edwards’s office.
Where did Dr. Edwards go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Connecticut | University of Connecticut Program A
Medical School: University of New England / Main Campus | University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Edwards board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Kira Edwards, DO is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Edwards speak?
Dr. Edwards and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Edwards typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Edwards 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. Edwards. 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 Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Edwards typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Kira Edwards may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Edwards' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Edwards accept my insurance?
Dr. Edwards 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. Edwards accept in Falmouth, MA?
Dr. Edwards in Falmouth, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Edwards' office located?
What is Dr. Edwards's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740470970.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edwards?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Edwards
What is Dr. Kira Edwards's specialty?
Dr. Edwards is a Pediatrician near Falmouth, MA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Kira Edwards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Edwards is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital, Falmouth Hospital, Franciscan Childrens. 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Kira Edwards accepting new patients in Falmouth, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kira Edwards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kira Edwards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Edwards's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kira Edwards?
Please contact Dr. Edwards's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kira Edwards have?
Dr. Kira Edwards is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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15 Bramble Bush Dr
Falmouth, MA 02540