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Dr. Edward King, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lexington, SC

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. King, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lexington, SC?

    Dr. Edward King, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. King graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center and completed his residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center. Dr. King is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. King’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. King’s office at (803) 358-6100.

    Where did Dr. King go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Albert Einstein Medical Center

    • Medical School: University Of North Texas Health Science Center

    Is Dr. King board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Edward King, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. King speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. King typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. King 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. King. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. King typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward King may include:

    Please contact Dr. King's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. King accept my insurance?

    Dr. King accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 358-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. King accept in Lexington, SC?

    Dr. King in Lexington, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. King's office located?

    Dr. Edward King's Primary Practice

    811 W Main St

    Lexington, SC 29072

    (803) 358-6100

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    Dr. Edward King's Practice 2

    7035 Saint Andrews Rd

    Columbia, SC 29212

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    What is Dr. King's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. King's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083646038.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. King?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. King

    What is Dr. Edward King's specialty?

    Dr. King is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lexington, SC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Edward King affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. King is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Edward King accepting new patients in Lexington, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Edward King is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward King offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. King's office at (803) 358-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edward King?

    Please contact Dr. King's office at (803) 358-6100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. King's office located?

    Dr. King's offices are located in Lexington, SC and Columbia, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edward King have?

    Dr. Edward King is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.