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Dr. Jeffrey Girkin, MD
Blue Springs, MO
29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Girkin, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist in Blue Springs, MO?
Dr. Jeffrey Girkin, MD is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Blue Springs, MO. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Girkin completed his residency at Truman Med Ctr-West, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Girkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Girkin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Girkin’s office at (913) 234-1350.
Where did Dr. Girkin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Truman Med Ctr-West, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar
Is Dr. Girkin board certified as an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Girkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Girkin speak?
Dr. Girkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Girkin typically treat?
As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Girkin 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. Girkin. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Girkin typically perform?
As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Girkin may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Girkin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Girkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Girkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (913) 234-1350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Girkin accept in Blue Springs, MO?
Dr. Girkin in Blue Springs, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Girkin's office located?
Dr. Jeffrey Girkin's Primary Practice
201 NW R D Mize Rd
Blue Springs, MO 64014
(913) 234-1350
What is Dr. Girkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Girkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508868159.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Girkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Girkin
What is Dr. Jeffrey Girkin's specialty?
Dr. Girkin is a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist near Blue Springs, MO.
What does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist do?
Physicians specializing in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, who may come from various specialties such as preventive medicine or emergency medicine, treat conditions like decompression illness, diving accidents, carbon monoxide poisoning, gas gangrene, non-healing wounds, radiation and burn tissue damage, and bone infections using hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These specialists also consult with other physicians on hyperbaric chamber operations, evaluate risks, and implement preventive measures to safeguard divers and individuals working in altered atmospheric conditions from disease and disability.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Girkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Girkin is affiliated with Research Medical Center, The University Of Kansas Hospital 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
When to see an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jeffrey Girkin accepting new patients in Blue Springs, MO?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Girkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Girkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Girkin's office at (913) 234-1350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Girkin?
Please contact Dr. Girkin's office at (913) 234-1350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Girkin have?
Dr. Jeffrey Girkin is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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