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Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick, DO

Akron, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kirkpatrick, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kirkpatrick is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirkpatrick’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirkpatrick’s office at (330) 344-1967.

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

    • Medical School: Ohio University / Main Campus

    Is Dr. Kirkpatrick board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kirkpatrick speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kirkpatrick treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kirkpatrick 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. Kirkpatrick. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Low Potassium
    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia
    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Which procedures does Dr. Kirkpatrick perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kirkpatrick's office.

    Does Dr. Kirkpatrick accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kirkpatrick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 344-1967 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kirkpatrick accept in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Kirkpatrick in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • State of Tennessee

    • The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kirkpatrick's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick's Primary Practice

    1 Akron General Ave

    Akron, OH 44307

    (330) 344-1967

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    Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick's Practice 2

    659 Boulevard St

    Dover, OH 44622

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

    Dr. Kirkpatrick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508056250.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirkpatrick?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick's specialty?

    Dr. Kirkpatrick is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Akron, OH. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Kirkpatrick to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kirkpatrick is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Medina Hospital, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Hospital, Summa Health System – Akron Campus 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 Christopher Kirkpatrick accepting new patients in Akron, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kirkpatrick's office at (330) 344-1967 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Kirkpatrick?

    Please contact Dr. Kirkpatrick's office at (330) 344-1967 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick have?

    Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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