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Dr. Kathleen Empen, MD

Dr. Kathleen Empen, MD

Pediatrician

Hiram, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Empen, Pediatrician in Hiram, GA?

    Dr. Kathleen Empen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hiram, GA. She is board certified. Dr. Empen completed her residency at Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Empen is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Empen’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Empen’s office.

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

    • Residency: Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | Chldns Med Ctr/Wright State U

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Mi Med Sch

    Is Dr. Empen board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Empen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Empen speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Empen typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Empen 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. Empen. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Empen typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Empen 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. Empen. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Empen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Empen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Empen accept in Hiram, GA?

    Dr. Empen in Hiram, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Empen's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Empen's Primary Practice

    51 Hiram Dr Bldg B

    Hiram, GA 30141

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

    Dr. Empen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841249778.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Empen?

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

    What is Dr. Kathleen Empen's specialty?

    Dr. Empen is a Pediatrician near Hiram, GA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Kathleen Empen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Empen is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kathleen Empen accepting new patients in Hiram, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Empen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Empen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Empen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathleen Empen?

    Please contact Dr. Empen's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Empen's office located?

    Dr. Empen's office is located in Hiram, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathleen Empen have?

    Dr. Kathleen Empen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.