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Dr. Kira Alatar, MD

Leland, NC

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Alatar, Family Medicine Specialist in Leland, NC?

    Dr. Kira Alatar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Leland, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Alatar graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Floyd Medical Center. Dr. Alatar is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alatar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alatar’s office at (910) 341-3300.

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

    • Residency: Floyd Medical Center

    • Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine | Mercer University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Alatar board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kira Alatar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alatar speak?

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

    • English

    • Gujarati

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alatar typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alatar 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. Alatar. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Diabetes Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Metabolic Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Rare Metabolic Disease Screening
    • Uncommon Metabolic Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13228: Encounter for screening for other metabolic disorders

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alatar typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kira Alatar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Alatar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Alatar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alatar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 341-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alatar accept in Leland, NC?

    Dr. Alatar in Leland, NC 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 North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Alatar's office located?

    Dr. Kira Alatar's Primary Practice

    9101 Ocean Hwy E

    Leland, NC 28451

    (910) 341-3300

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    Dr. Kira Alatar's Practice 2

    1222 Medical Center Dr

    Wilmington, NC 28401

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    Dr. Kira Alatar's Practice 3

    8114 Market St # 200

    Wilmington, NC 28411

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

    Dr. Alatar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740274844.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alatar?

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

    What is Dr. Kira Alatar's specialty?

    Dr. Alatar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Leland, NC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Kira Alatar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Alatar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: New Hanover Regional Medical Center. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Kira Alatar accepting new patients in Leland, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Kira Alatar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kira Alatar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alatar's office at (910) 341-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kira Alatar?

    Please contact Dr. Alatar's office at (910) 341-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kira Alatar have?

    Dr. Kira Alatar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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