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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kolkin, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Alexander Kolkin is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kolkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kolkin’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kolkin’s office at (202) 877-7000.
What languages does Dr. Kolkin speak?
Dr. Kolkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kolkin treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kolkin 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. Kolkin. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Which procedures does Dr. Kolkin perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alexander Kolkin may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kolkin's office.
Does Dr. Kolkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Kolkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kolkin accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Kolkin in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal Employee Program
Independence Blue Cross
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kolkin's office located?
Dr. Alexander Kolkin's Primary Practice
110 Irving St NW
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 877-7000
What is Dr. Kolkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kolkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548767601.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kolkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kolkin
What is Dr. Alexander Kolkin's specialty?
Dr. Kolkin is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Kolkin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Kolkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kolkin is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Harbor 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 Alexander Kolkin accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Kolkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Kolkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kolkin's office at (202) 877-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Kolkin?
Please contact Dr. Kolkin's office at (202) 877-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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