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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vernon, Hospitalist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kimberly Vernon, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vernon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vernon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vernon’s office.
What languages does Dr. Vernon speak?
Dr. Vernon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vernon treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Vernon 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. Vernon. 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:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
- Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Vernon perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly Vernon may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vernon's office.
Does Dr. Vernon accept my insurance?
Dr. Vernon 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. Vernon accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Vernon in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vernon's office located?
What is Dr. Vernon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vernon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912198102.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vernon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vernon
What is Dr. Kimberly Vernon's specialty?
Dr. Vernon is a Hospitalist near Houston, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Vernon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kimberly Vernon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vernon is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
Explore Hospitalist with 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 Kimberly Vernon accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Kimberly Vernon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kimberly Vernon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vernon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kimberly Vernon?
Please contact Dr. Vernon's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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