Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Grimes, Internist in Baker, LA?
Dr. Kristin Grimes, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baker, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Grimes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Grimes’s office at (225) 687-6629.
What languages does Dr. Grimes speak?
Dr. Grimes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Grimes typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Grimes 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. Grimes. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Grimes typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristin Grimes may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Grimes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Grimes accept my insurance?
Dr. Grimes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 687-6629 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Grimes accept in Baker, LA?
Dr. Grimes in Baker, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Grimes' office located?
What is Dr. Grimes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Grimes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558603563.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Grimes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Grimes
What is Dr. Kristin Grimes's specialty?
Dr. Grimes is a Internist near Baker, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Kristin Grimes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Grimes is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Woman's Hospital, St. Tammany Parish 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 Kristin Grimes accepting new patients in Baker, LA?
No, Dr. Kristin Grimes is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristin Grimes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Grimes's office at (225) 687-6629 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristin Grimes?
Please contact Dr. Grimes's office at (225) 687-6629 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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