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Dr. John Birkett, MD

Dr. John Birkett, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Fort Dodge, IA

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Birkett, Family Medicine Specialist in Fort Dodge, IA?

    Dr. John Birkett, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Dodge, IA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 44 years. Dr. Birkett graduated from ROY J LUCILLE A CARVER COLLEGE OF MEDICINE AT UNIVERSITY OF IOWA and completed his residency at L a Co Usc Med Center. Dr. Birkett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birkett’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birkett’s office at (515) 955-9200.

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

    • Residency: L a Co Usc Med Center

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | ROY J LUCILLE A CARVER COLLEGE OF MEDICINE AT UNIVERSITY OF IOWA

    What languages does Dr. Birkett speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Birkett 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. Birkett. 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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung infection
    • Chest infection
    • Acute respiratory infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J22: Unspecified acute lower respiratory infection

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Urine Test Results
    • Urine and Urination
    • Unusual urine findings
    • Irregular urinalysis
    • Abnormal pee test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R8290: Unspecified abnormal findings in urine

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Birkett performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Birkett. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Birkett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Birkett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 955-9200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Birkett accept in Fort Dodge, IA?

    Dr. Birkett in Fort Dodge, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Bankers Fidelity

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Birkett's office located?

    Dr. John Birkett's Primary Practice

    119 Avenue O W

    Fort Dodge, IA 50501

    (515) 955-9200

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    Dr. John Birkett's Practice 2

    2419 2nd Ave N

    Fort Dodge, IA 50501

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    What hospitals are Dr. Birkett affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Birkett has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Van Diest Medical Center,Webster City, IA
    Unitypoint Health - Trinity Regional Medical Center,Fort Dodge, IA
    Humboldt County Memorial Hospital,Humboldt, IA

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

    Dr. Birkett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780655100.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birkett?

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

    What is Dr. John Birkett's specialty?

    Dr. Birkett is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fort Dodge, IA.

    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 Dr. John Birkett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Birkett is affiliated with Fairview Ridges 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. John Birkett accepting new patients in Fort Dodge, IA?

    Yes, Dr. John Birkett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Birkett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Birkett's office at (515) 955-9200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Birkett?

    Please contact Dr. Birkett's office at (515) 955-9200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Birkett's office located?

    Dr. Birkett's office is located in Fort Dodge, IA.