Dr. Damon Kimes, MD
Sandy Springs, GA
21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kimes, Pain Medicine Specialist in Sandy Springs, GA?
Dr. Damon Kimes, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sandy Springs, GA. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Kimes completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Kimes is fluent in English, French, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kimes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kimes’s office.
Where did Dr. Kimes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Family Medicine
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Kimes board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Damon Kimes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kimes speak?
Dr. Kimes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kimes typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kimes 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. Kimes. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kimes typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Damon Kimes may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Kimes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kimes accept my insurance?
Dr. Kimes 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. Kimes accept in Sandy Springs, GA?
Dr. Kimes in Sandy Springs, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Canon
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kimes' office located?
What is Dr. Kimes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kimes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134282114.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kimes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kimes
What is Dr. Damon Kimes's specialty?
Dr. Kimes is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Sandy Springs, GA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.
Is this Dr. Damon Kimes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kimes is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Damon Kimes accepting new patients in Sandy Springs, GA?
Yes, Dr. Damon Kimes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Damon Kimes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kimes's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Damon Kimes?
Please contact Dr. Kimes's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Damon Kimes have?
Dr. Damon Kimes is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Family Medicine.
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6600 Roswell Rd Ste A
Sandy Springs, GA 30328