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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Birks, Internist in Pueblo, CO?
Dr. George Birks, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pueblo, CO. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Birks graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at Berkshire Med Center. Dr. Birks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birks’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birks’s office at (719) 564-0450.
Where did Dr. Birks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Berkshire Med Center
Medical School: University of New Mexico School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Birks speak?
Dr. Birks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Birks treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Birks 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. Birks. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Lower Leg Cut
- Deep Cut on Right Lower Leg
- Tear on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81811D: Laceration without foreign body, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic Inflammatory Arthritis
- Autoimmune Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0689: Other specified rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
Which procedures does Dr. Birks perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. George Birks may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Birks' office.
Does Dr. Birks accept my insurance?
Dr. Birks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 564-0450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birks accept in Pueblo, CO?
Dr. Birks in Pueblo, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BILO / Winn Dixie
Clear Spring Health
Express Scripts
Gila River Health Care Corporation
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
State of Colorado
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Birks' office located?
Dr. George Birks' Primary Practice
1925 E Orman Ave Ste A535
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 564-0450
What is Dr. Birks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659338499.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birks
What is Dr. George Birks's specialty?
Dr. Birks is a Internist near Pueblo, CO.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Birks to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. George Birks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Birks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Commonspirit - St. Mary - Corwin Hospital, Commonspirit - St. Thomas More Hospital. 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
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Is George Birks accepting new patients in Pueblo, CO?
Yes, Dr. George Birks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Birks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birks's office at (719) 564-0450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Birks?
Please contact Dr. Birks's office at (719) 564-0450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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