Dr. Jennifer Kirk, MD

Carol Stream, IL

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Kirk, Surgeon in Carol Stream, IL?

Dr. Jennifer Kirk, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Carol Stream, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Kirk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirk’s office at (630) 458-5300.

Is Dr. Kirk board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Jennifer Kirk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Kirk speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Kirk typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Kirk 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. Kirk. 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:

Nutritional Disorder Screening
Health Screening
Dietary Disorder Screening
Malnutrition Screening
Nutrient Deficiency Test

ICD-10 Codes:

Z1321: Encounter for screening for nutritional disorder

Also known as:

Abdominal Bloating
Gas
Gas in the Digestive Tract
Bloated Stomach
Swollen Belly
Gaseous Distension

ICD-10 Codes:

R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

Also known as:

Nutritional Deficiency
Malnutrition
Nutrient Shortage
Lack of Essential Nutrients

ICD-10 Codes:

E639: Nutritional deficiency, unspecified

Also known as:

Constipation
Difficulty Passing Stool
Infrequent Bowel Movements
Hard Stools

ICD-10 Codes:

K5900: Constipation, unspecified

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Kirk typically perform?

As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Kirk may include:

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

Does Dr. Kirk accept my insurance?

Dr. Kirk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 458-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Kirk accept in Carol Stream, IL?

Dr. Kirk in Carol Stream, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare

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Where is Dr. Kirk's office located?

Dr. Jennifer Kirk's Primary Practice

630 E North Ave

Carol Stream, IL 60188

(630) 458-5300

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Dr. Jennifer Kirk's Practice 2

396 Remington Blvd Ste 240

Bolingbrook, IL 60440

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What hospitals are Dr. Kirk affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Kirk has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL

Ranked in 4 Procedures

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

Dr. Kirk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679564397.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirk?

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

What is Dr. Jennifer Kirk's specialty?

Dr. Kirk is a Surgeon near Carol Stream, IL.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Jennifer Kirk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Kirk is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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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