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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simms, Anesthesiologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Kathryn Simms, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Simms is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simms’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simms’s office at (607) 274-4296.
What languages does Dr. Simms speak?
Dr. Simms and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Simms treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Simms 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. Simms. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does Dr. Simms perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Simms performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Simms. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Simms accept my insurance?
Dr. Simms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 274-4296 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simms accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Simms in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Johns Hopkins
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Simms' office located?
Dr. Kathryn Simms' Primary Practice
201 E University Pkwy
Baltimore, MD 21218
(607) 274-4296
What is Dr. Simms's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972071280.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simms?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simms
What is Dr. Kathryn Simms's specialty?
Dr. Simms is a Anesthesiologist near Baltimore, MD. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Simms to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kathryn Simms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simms is affiliated with MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, Frederick Health Hospital, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Kathryn Simms accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Simms is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathryn Simms offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (607) 274-4296 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Simms?
Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (607) 274-4296 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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