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Dr. Zachary Kiker, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kiker, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Zachary Kiker, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kiker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kiker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kiker’s office at (803) 432-4311.

    Is Dr. Kiker board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Zachary Kiker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kiker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kiker typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kiker 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. Kiker. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kiker typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Zachary Kiker may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kiker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kiker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kiker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 432-4311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kiker accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Kiker in Columbia, SC 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 South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kiker's office located?

    Ste 350

    5 Richland Medical Park Dr # 350

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (803) 432-4311

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    Dr. Zachary Kiker's Practice 2

    1315 Roberts St

    Camden, SC 29020

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

    Dr. Kiker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881855740.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kiker?

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

    What is Dr. Zachary Kiker's specialty?

    Dr. Kiker is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Columbia, SC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Zachary Kiker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kiker is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Providence Orthopedic Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Zachary Kiker accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Zachary Kiker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zachary Kiker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kiker's office at (803) 432-4311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Zachary Kiker?

    Please contact Dr. Kiker's office at (803) 432-4311 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kiker's office located?

    Dr. Kiker's offices are located in Columbia, SC and Camden, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Zachary Kiker have?

    Dr. Zachary Kiker is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.