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Dr. Rickey Kinzey, DO
Addiction Medicine Specialist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
Corpus Christi, TX
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kinzey, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Rickey Kinzey, DO is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kinzey graduated from Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at MERIDIA HEALTH SYSTEM. Dr. Kinzey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kinzey’s office.
Where did Dr. Kinzey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: MERIDIA HEALTH SYSTEM
Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kinzey speak?
Dr. Kinzey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kinzey typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kinzey 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. Kinzey. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kinzey typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rickey Kinzey may include:
Please contact Dr. Kinzey's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kinzey accept my insurance?
Dr. Kinzey 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. Kinzey accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Kinzey in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Kinzey's office located?
What is Dr. Kinzey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kinzey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801881016.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kinzey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kinzey
What is Dr. Rickey Kinzey's specialty?
Dr. Kinzey is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Corpus Christi, TX.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Rickey Kinzey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kinzey is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area. 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 an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rickey Kinzey accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Rickey Kinzey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rickey Kinzey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kinzey's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rickey Kinzey?
Please contact Dr. Kinzey's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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