Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kempton, Hematologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Christine Kempton, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kempton graduated from Florida International University, Miami, FL and completed her residency at Oregon Health & Science University Program. She is a member of the Emory Healthcare Network Physician. Dr. Kempton is fluent in English, Chinese, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kempton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kempton’s office.
Where did Dr. Kempton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of North Carolina Medical Center, Chapel Hill, NC | University of North Carolina Hospitals
Residency: Oregon Health & Science University Program
Medical School: Florida International University, Miami, FL
Is Dr. Kempton board certified in Hematologist?
Yes, Dr. Christine Kempton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004
What languages does Dr. Kempton speak?
Dr. Kempton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kempton treat?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Kempton 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. Kempton. 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:
- Hemophilia A
- Acquired Hemophilia
- Hemophilia
- Bleeding Disorder
- Factor VIII Deficiency', 'Classic Hemophilia', 'Bleeder's Disease
- Autoimmune Hemophilia
- Non-hereditary Hemophilia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D66: Hereditary factor VIII deficiency
- D68311: Acquired hemophilia
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- History of Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
- Past Lung Blood Clot
- Previous PE
- History of Pulmonary Thromboembolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
- Z86711: Personal history of pulmonary embolism
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Acute Blood Clot
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Acute Venous Thrombosis
- Sudden Vein Clot
- Thromboembolism
- DVT
- Blood Clot in Leg
- Pulmonary Embolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8290: Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified vein
- Z86718: Personal history of other venous thrombosis and embolism
Also known as:
- Blood Clotting Disorder
- TMA
- Microvascular Thrombosis
- Small Vessel Clotting
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3119: Other thrombotic microangiopathy
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Other Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Platelet Disorder
- Atypical HUS
- aHUS
- Non-infection HUS
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5939: Other hemolytic-uremic syndrome
Also known as:
- Von Willebrand Disease
- Platelet Disorder
- Von Willebrand disease
- vWD
- Von Willebrand disorder
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6800: Von Willebrand disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency
- Iron
- Malnutrition
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E611: Iron deficiency
Which procedures does Dr. Kempton perform as a Hematologist?
As a Hematologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christine Kempton may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kempton's office.
Does Dr. Kempton accept my insurance?
Dr. Kempton 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. Kempton accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Kempton in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kempton's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Emory Healthcare Network Physician
Member
What is Dr. Kempton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kempton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699882431.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kempton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kempton
What is Dr. Christine Kempton's specialty?
Dr. Kempton is a Hematologist near Atlanta, GA. An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma. Contact Dr. Kempton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christine Kempton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kempton is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Midtown which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Christine Kempton accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Christine Kempton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Kempton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kempton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Kempton?
Please contact Dr. Kempton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Kempton have?
Dr. Christine Kempton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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