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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kerkering, Internist in Spokane Valley, WA?
Dr. Michael Kerkering, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Spokane Valley, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Kerkering graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at LECOMT/Sacred Heart Health System Program. Dr. Kerkering is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kerkering’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kerkering’s office at (509) 944-9440.
Where did Dr. Kerkering go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LECOMT/Sacred Heart Health System Program
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kerkering speak?
Dr. Kerkering and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kerkering typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kerkering 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. Kerkering. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Clotting Test
- Blood
- Coagulation Disorder
- Blood Clotting Problem
- Abnormal PT/INR
ICD-10 Codes:
- R791: Abnormal coagulation profile
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kerkering typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Kerkering may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Kerkering's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kerkering accept my insurance?
Dr. Kerkering accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 944-9440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kerkering accept in Spokane Valley, WA?
Dr. Kerkering in Spokane Valley, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Northwell Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kerkering's office located?
Dr. Michael Kerkering's Primary Practice
16528 E Desmet Ct Ste B2100
Spokane Valley, WA 99216
(509) 944-9440
What is Dr. Kerkering's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kerkering's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881602910.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerkering?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kerkering
What is Dr. Michael Kerkering's specialty?
Dr. Kerkering is a Internist near Spokane Valley, WA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Michael Kerkering affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kerkering is affiliated with Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus, Providence Holy Family 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Kerkering accepting new patients in Spokane Valley, WA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Kerkering is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Kerkering offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kerkering's office at (509) 944-9440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Kerkering?
Please contact Dr. Kerkering's office at (509) 944-9440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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