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Who is Dr. Kempton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Anchorage, AK?
Dr. Gerald Kempton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Anchorage, AK with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kempton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kempton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kempton’s office at (907) 351-5618.
What languages does Dr. Kempton speak?
Dr. Kempton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kempton treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Kempton perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Kempton may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (907) 351-5618 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kempton accept in Anchorage, AK?
Dr. Kempton in Anchorage, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Conifer Health Solutions
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mohawk Industries
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Kempton's office located?
Dr. Gerald Kempton's Primary Practice
3200 Providence Dr
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 351-5618
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 1386272532.
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. Gerald Kempton's specialty?
Dr. Kempton is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Anchorage, AK. 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. Contact Dr. Kempton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gerald Kempton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kempton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence Alaska Medical Center, Bartlett Regional Hospital, Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center, Mat-Su Regional Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Gerald Kempton accepting new patients in Anchorage, AK?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Kempton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Kempton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kempton's office at (907) 351-5618 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Kempton?
Please contact Dr. Kempton's office at (907) 351-5618 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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