Physician Profile
Dean Kirby, M.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Kirby
Based in Ruston, LA, Dean Kirby, M.D. is listed in the NPI registry under family medicine. Dean graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans in 1981. Medicare claims data shows Dean provided 2,186 services to 2,069 patients. The services billed most often include imaging for evaluation of swallowing function, x-ray of part of lower jaw, 1-4 views, and x-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views.
Summarised automatically from public NPI registry and CMS Medicare data. Not written or reviewed by this provider. Claim this profile to replace it.
Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (318) 251-6216
- Email not available
Practice Locations
1200 S FARMERVILLE ST
Ruston, LA 71270
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Family Medicine generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Allergies
- Diabetes
- Flu
- Hypothyroidism
- Strep throat
- UTI
Cardiometabolic
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
Digestive
- Acid reflux
- IBS
Genitourinary and reproductive
- Erectile dysfunction
- Heavy periods
Musculoskeletal and pain
- Gout
- Heel pain
Neurologic and behavioral
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Migraines
Respiratory and infectious
- Acute bronchitis
- Asthma
- Sinus infection
Skin
- Acne
- Eczema
Common childhood and ear conditions
- Ear infection
- Pink eye
Pain & Joints
- Arthritis
- Back pain
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Annual physical
- Blood test
- Flu shot
- Medicare wellness visit
- Sick visit
- TB test
- Well-woman exam
Preventive interventions
- Birth control counseling
- Smoking cessation counseling
Screening and testing
- Cholesterol screening
- Depression screening
- Diabetes and prediabetes screening
- EKG
Diagnostic Tests
- COVID-19 testing
- Rapid Strep and Flu Swabs
- Urine Drug Screen
Exams & Screenings
- Camp and School Physical
- Pre-Op Clearance Exam
Foot and Leg Pain
- Toenail Fungus Treatment
Heart & Circulation
- Blood Pressure Check
Injections
- Immunotherapy
- Vitamin B12 Injections
Lungs & Breathing
- Pulmonary function test
Minor Procedures
- Burn and Wound Care
- Ingrown toenail removal
- Suture removal
Occupational Health
- DOT Physical
Office procedures
- Earwax removal
- Incision and drainage of an abscess
- Superficial foreign-body removal
Pain Management
- Joint injections
Preventive Care
- Chronic Illness Checkup
- Routine Vaccines
- Travel Vaccines And Consult
Respiratory
- Breathing Treatment
Senior Care
- Cognitive Assessment
Sexual & Reproductive Health
- STD Swabs and Screening
Skin Procedures
- Cyst Removal
- Precancerous Sun Spot Freezing
- Skin Tag Removal
- Wart Removal
Sleep Health
- At-Home Sleep Study Order
Urgent Care Procedures
- Stitches and Laceration Repair
Wellness & Weight
- Weight Management Consult
Women's Health
- Hormone Replacement Therapy Consultation
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
2,186 services · 2,069 patients · 10 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function | Imaging | 74230 |
333 | Too few peers to compare |
| X-ray of part of lower jaw, 1-4 views | Imaging | 70100 |
333 | Too few peers to compare |
| X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | Imaging | 72040 |
332 | More than most peers in Family Medicine |
| X-ray of soft tissue of neck | Imaging | 70360 |
331 | Too few peers to compare |
| Single contrast x-ray of upper digestive tract | Imaging | 74240 |
303 | Too few peers to compare |
| X-ray of chest, 1 view | Imaging | 71045 |
198 | More than most peers in Family Medicine |
| Evaluation of swallowing function image | Treatment | 92611 |
24 | Too few peers to compare |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more | Office visit | 99213 |
123 | More often than most peers in Family Medicine |
| New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more | Office visit | 99203 |
117 | More than most peers in Family Medicine |
| New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more | Office visit | 99204 |
92 | More than most peers in Family Medicine |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other family doctors at this location 2
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Related specialists at this location 8
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
More connections — 32 related providers in 4 groups
Other family doctors in Ruston 8
Same specialty, same city.
Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1981 at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function 8
Providers in LA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does Dean Kirby specialize in?
Dean Kirby is a family doctor in Ruston, LA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Family Medicine”.
NPI registry
Where is Dean Kirby located?
Dean Kirby is listed at 1200 S Farmerville St, Ruston, LA 71270. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Dean Kirby's phone number?
The number on file is (318) 251-6216. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Dean Kirby?
Dean Kirby's National Provider Identifier is 1275503161. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Dean Kirby train?
Dean Kirby attended Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans, graduating in 1981. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Dean Kirby have?
Dean Kirby has 45 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1981, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What does Dean Kirby do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Dean Kirby performs imaging including imaging for evaluation of swallowing function and x-ray of part of lower jaw, 1-4 views; provides treatments such as evaluation of swallowing function image, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Dean Kirby's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dean Kirby. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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