44 Years of Experience
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 here.
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 here.
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
All Other Third Party
Bankers Fidelity
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Birkett's office located?
What is Dr. Birkett's NPI number?An 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 this 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 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 John Birkett?
Please contact Dr. Birkett's office at (515) 955-9200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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