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Dr. Akilah Grimes, MD

Davidson, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Grimes, Pediatrician in Davidson, NC?

    Dr. Akilah Grimes, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Davidson, NC. She is board certified. Dr. Grimes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Grimes’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Grimes’s office at (704) 439-3700.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Grimes?

    Dr. Akilah Grimes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Grimes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Contraception, Newborn Care, Obesity, Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Davidson/NC community, Dr. Grimes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Grimes speak?

    Dr. Grimes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Grimes treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral
    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Which procedures does Dr. Grimes perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Akilah Grimes may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Grimes' office.

    Does Dr. Grimes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Grimes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 439-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Grimes accept in Davidson, NC?

    Dr. Grimes in Davidson, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Alliance Behavioral Healthcare

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Harvard Pilgrim

    • Oscar

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Grimes' office located?

    Dr. Akilah Grimes' Primary Practice

    2101 Shiloh Church Rd Ste 101

    Davidson, NC 28036

    (704) 439-3700

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    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 1548657414.

    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. Akilah Grimes's specialty?

    Dr. Grimes is a Pediatrician near Davidson, NC. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Grimes to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Akilah Grimes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Grimes is affiliated with Atrium Health Cabarrus 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Akilah Grimes accepting new patients in Davidson, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Akilah Grimes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akilah Grimes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Grimes's office at (704) 439-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Akilah Grimes?

    Please contact Dr. Grimes's office at (704) 439-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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