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Who is Dr. Simms, Hospitalist in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Kristi Simms, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Simms graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine. Dr. Simms is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simms’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simms’s office at (910) 251-8824.
Where did Dr. Simms go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Simms speak?
Dr. Simms and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Simms typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Simms 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. Simms. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Simms typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristi Simms may include:
Please contact Dr. Simms' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Simms accept my insurance?
Dr. Simms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 251-8824 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simms accept in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Simms in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Simms' office located?
Dr. Kristi Simms' Primary Practice
1202 Medical Center Dr
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 251-8824
What is Dr. Simms's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306948492.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simms?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simms
What is Dr. Kristi Simms's specialty?
Dr. Simms is a Hospitalist near Wilmington, NC.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Kristi Simms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Simms is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: New Hanover 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
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Is Kristi Simms accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?
Yes, Dr. Kristi Simms is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristi Simms offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (910) 251-8824 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristi Simms?
Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (910) 251-8824 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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