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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Babb, Internist in Fall River, MA?
Dr. Kimberly Babb, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fall River, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Babb graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Babb is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Babb’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Babb’s office at (401) 649-4050.
Where did Dr. Babb go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics | Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Babb board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kimberly Babb, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Babb speak?
Dr. Babb and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Babb typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Babb 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. Babb. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Intestinal Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Nutrient Malabsorption
- Digestive Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K909: Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Babb typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly Babb 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. Babb's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Babb accept my insurance?
Dr. Babb accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 649-4050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Babb accept in Fall River, MA?
Dr. Babb in Fall River, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fallon Health
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Babb's office located?
What is Dr. Babb's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Babb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134342298.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Babb?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Babb
What is Dr. Kimberly Babb's specialty?
Dr. Babb is a Internist near Fall River, MA.
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. Kimberly Babb affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Babb is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma, Rhode Island 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 Kimberly Babb accepting new patients in Fall River, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kimberly Babb is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kimberly Babb offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Babb's office at (401) 649-4050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kimberly Babb?
Please contact Dr. Babb's office at (401) 649-4050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kimberly Babb have?
Dr. Kimberly Babb is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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