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Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly, MD

Pediatrician

Cincinnati, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zimmerly, Pediatrician in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH. She is board certified. Dr. Zimmerly graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Med Center. Dr. Zimmerly is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zimmerly’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zimmerly’s office at (513) 246-7000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zimmerly?

    Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Zimmerly empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cincinnati, OH community, Dr. Zimmerly is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Zimmerly go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Med Center

    • Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Zimmerly board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Zimmerly speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Zimmerly typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Zimmerly 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. Zimmerly. 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:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Other Speech Problems
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment
    • Unspecified speech issues
    • Speech difficulties
    • Communication problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
    • R4789: Other speech disturbances

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Symbolic Dysfunctions
    • Mental Disorder
    • Cognitive recognition issues
    • Difficulty with symbols
    • Perceptual disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R488: Other symbolic dysfunctions

    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:

    • Abnormal Posture
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Poor Posture
    • Postural Imbalance
    • Stooped Posture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R293: Abnormal posture

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Zimmerly typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Zimmerly 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. Zimmerly. 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
    • Speech-Generating Device Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy
    • Augmentative Communication Therapy
    • AAC Device Programming
    • Speech Device Training

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
    • 92609: Therapeutic services for the use of speech-generating device, including programming and modification

    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 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Zimmerly accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zimmerly accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 246-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zimmerly accept in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Zimmerly in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • State of Ohio

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Zimmerly's office located?

    Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly's Primary Practice

    9070 Winton Rd

    Cincinnati, OH 45231

    (513) 246-7000

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

    Dr. Zimmerly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063639193.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zimmerly?

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

    What is Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly's specialty?

    Dr. Zimmerly is a Pediatrician near Cincinnati, OH.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zimmerly is affiliated with Bethesda North Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Cincinnati 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

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    Is Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zimmerly's office at (513) 246-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly?

    Please contact Dr. Zimmerly's office at (513) 246-7000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zimmerly's office located?

    Dr. Zimmerly's office is located in Cincinnati, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly have?

    Dr. Kira Ann Zimmerly is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.