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25 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Mckernan, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Salem, VA?
Dr. Timothy Mckernan, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salem, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Mckernan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mckernan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mckernan’s office.
Is Dr. Mckernan board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Mckernan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mckernan speak?
Dr. Mckernan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mckernan typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mckernan 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. Mckernan. 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:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mckernan typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mckernan 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. Mckernan. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Group Speech Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
- Group Language Therapy
- Group Voice Therapy
- Group Communication Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
- 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Mckernan accept my insurance?
Dr. Mckernan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mckernan accept in Salem, VA?
Dr. Mckernan in Salem, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mckernan's office located?
What is Dr. Mckernan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mckernan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821059981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mckernan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mckernan
What is Dr. Timothy Mckernan's specialty?
Dr. Mckernan is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Salem, VA.
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. Timothy Mckernan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mckernan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lewisgale Hospital Pulaski. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Timothy Mckernan accepting new patients in Salem, VA?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Mckernan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Mckernan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mckernan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Mckernan?
Please contact Dr. Mckernan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Mckernan have?
Dr. Timothy Mckernan is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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