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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Koch, Hospitalist in Portland, ME?
Dr. Kari Koch, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Koch graduated from Escuela Latinoamericana De Medicina. Dr. Koch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koch’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koch’s office at (207) 626-1894.
Where did Dr. Koch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Escuela Latinoamericana De Medicina
What languages does Dr. Koch speak?
Dr. Koch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Koch typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Koch 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. Koch. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Koch typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Kari Koch may include:
Please contact Dr. Koch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Koch accept my insurance?
Dr. Koch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 626-1894 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koch accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Koch in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Koch's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Koch affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Koch has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Northern Light Mercy Hospital,Portland, ME
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Northern Light Mercy Hospital,Portland, ME
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland,Portland, MERanked General Surgery
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland,Portland, ME
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Pen Bay Medical Center,Rockport, MERanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Pen Bay Medical Center,Rockport, ME
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Mid Coast Hospital,Brunswick, MERanked Hernia Repair Surgery
Mid Coast Hospital,Brunswick, ME
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Lincolnhealth - Miles Campus And Hospital,Damariscotta, ME
Lincolnhealth - Miles Campus And Hospital,Damariscotta, ME
Northern Light Mercy Hospital,Portland, ME
Northern Light Mercy Hospital,Portland, ME
What is Dr. Koch's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740667617.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koch
What is Dr. Kari Koch's specialty?
Dr. Koch is a Hospitalist near Portland, ME.
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 Dr. Kari Koch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Koch is affiliated with Northern Light Mercy Hospital, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Pen Bay Medical Center, Mid Coast Hospital 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
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Is Dr. Kari Koch accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Kari Koch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kari Koch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koch's office at (207) 626-1894 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kari Koch?
Please contact Dr. Koch's office at (207) 626-1894 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Koch's office located?
Dr. Koch's offices are located in Portland, ME, Waterville, ME, and Damariscotta, ME.
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