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Dr. Dale Kirby, MD

Dr. Dale Kirby, MD

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Cardiologist

Birmingham, AL

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kirby, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Dale Kirby, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Kirby graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Cardiac Electrophysiology; E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kirby is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirby’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirby’s office at (205) 510-5000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Cardiac Electrophysiology; E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine | E Tn University J H Quillen College Med | University of Maryland Program

    • Medical School: E Tn State Univ J H Quillen Coll Of Med- Johnson City Tn | East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kirby board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Dale Kirby, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kirby speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Kirby typically treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Kirby 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. Kirby. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Other Pacemaker Part Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
    • Pacemaker Component Care
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • AICD Management
    • Defibrillator Adjustment
    • ICD Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Kirby typically perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Kirby 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. Kirby. 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:

    • Left Atrial Appendage Closure
    • LAA Closure
    • Watchman Procedure
    • Heart Appendage Sealing
    • Stroke Prevention Device Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation

    Also known as:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
    • Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
    • LV Lead Insertion
    • Pacemaker Upgrade Lead

    CPT Codes:

    • 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
    • Transcatheter Pacemaker
    • Wireless Pacemaker Implant
    • Right Ventricular Pacemaker

    CPT Codes:

    • 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Replacement
    • ICD Generator Change
    • Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
    • Defibrillator Device Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system

    Also known as:

    • Ventricular Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
    • Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
    • Transvenous Pacemaker Placement
    • Heart Pacemaker Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 33207: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); ventricular

    Does Dr. Kirby accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kirby accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 510-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kirby accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Kirby in Birmingham, AL 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 Michigan

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Kirby's office located?

    Dr. Dale Kirby's Primary Practice

    3980 Colonnade Pkwy

    Birmingham, AL 35243

    (205) 510-5000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kirby affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kirby has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Princeton Baptist Medical Center,Birmingham, AL
    Walker Baptist Medical Center,Jasper, AL
    Ascension St. Vincents St. Clair,Pell City, AL

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

    Dr. Kirby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013956697.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirby?

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

    What is Dr. Dale Kirby's specialty?

    Dr. Kirby is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Birmingham, AL.

    What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?

    A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.

    Is Dr. Dale Kirby affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kirby is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al 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 Dr. Dale Kirby accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Dale Kirby is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dale Kirby offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kirby's office at (205) 510-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dale Kirby?

    Please contact Dr. Kirby's office at (205) 510-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kirby's office located?

    Dr. Kirby's office is located in Birmingham, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dale Kirby have?

    Dr. Dale Kirby is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.