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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Boockvar, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Kenneth Boockvar, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Boockvar completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Boockvar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boockvar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boockvar’s office at (205) 731-9701.
Where did Dr. Boockvar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Boockvar board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Boockvar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Boockvar speak?
Dr. Boockvar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Boockvar typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Boockvar 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. Boockvar. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Boockvar typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Boockvar may include:
Please contact Dr. Boockvar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Boockvar accept my insurance?
Dr. Boockvar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 731-9701 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Boockvar accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Boockvar in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
United Mine Workers of America (UMWA)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Boockvar's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Boockvar's Primary Practice
619 19th St S
Birmingham, AL 35249
(205) 731-9701
What is Dr. Boockvar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Boockvar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497723845.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boockvar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boockvar
What is Dr. Kenneth Boockvar's specialty?
Dr. Boockvar is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Boockvar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Boockvar is affiliated with Uab 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Kenneth Boockvar accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Boockvar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Boockvar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Boockvar's office at (205) 731-9701 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Boockvar?
Please contact Dr. Boockvar's office at (205) 731-9701 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Boockvar have?
Dr. Kenneth Boockvar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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