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Dr. Pilar Kirkland, MD

Mobile, AL

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kirkland, Anesthesiologist in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Pilar Kirkland, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Kirkland completed her residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Kirkland is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirkland’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirkland’s office at (706) 571-1000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology

    Is Dr. Kirkland board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Pilar Kirkland, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kirkland speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kirkland typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kirkland 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. Kirkland. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kirkland typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kirkland 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. Kirkland. 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:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Kirkland accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kirkland accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 571-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kirkland accept in Mobile, AL?

    Dr. Kirkland in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kirkland's office located?

    Springhil Medical Center Anesthesia Dept

    2451 Fillingim St

    Mobile, AL 36617

    (706) 571-1000

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    Dr. Pilar Kirkland's Practice 2

    2451 University Hospital Dr

    Mobile, AL 36617

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    Dr. Pilar Kirkland's Practice 3

    1203 Ave B Ste 300

    Ellisville, MS 39437

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

    Dr. Kirkland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548233398.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirkland?

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

    What is Dr. Pilar Kirkland's specialty?

    Dr. Kirkland is a Anesthesiologist near Mobile, AL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is this Dr. Pilar Kirkland affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kirkland is affiliated with Usa Health University 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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    Is Pilar Kirkland accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Pilar Kirkland is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pilar Kirkland offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kirkland's office at (706) 571-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Pilar Kirkland?

    Please contact Dr. Kirkland's office at (706) 571-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Pilar Kirkland have?

    Dr. Pilar Kirkland is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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