Dr. Kent Folsom, MD

Rockingham, VA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Folsom, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Rockingham, VA?

Dr. Kent Folsom, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rockingham, VA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Folsom completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Folsom is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Folsom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Folsom’s office at (540) 689-1414.

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

Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx

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

Yes, Dr. Kent Folsom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

What languages does Dr. Folsom speak?

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

English
Spanish

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

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

Common Cold
Upper Respiratory Infection
Head Cold
Cold Symptoms

ICD-10 Codes:

J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

Also known as:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Pectoral pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R0789: Other chest pain

Also known as:

Acute Bronchitis
Chest cold
Short-term bronchitis
Acute chest infection

ICD-10 Codes:

J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

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

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kent Folsom may include:

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

Does Dr. Folsom accept my insurance?

Dr. Folsom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 689-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Folsom accept in Rockingham, VA?

Dr. Folsom in Rockingham, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare

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Where is Dr. Folsom's office located?

Dr. Kent Folsom's Primary Practice

2010 Health Campus Dr

Rockingham, VA 22801

(540) 689-1414

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Dr. Kent Folsom's Practice 2

200 Memorial Dr

Luray, VA 22835

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What hospitals are Dr. Folsom affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Folsom has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Sentara Rmh Medical Center,Harrisonburg, VA

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Page Memorial Hospital,Luray, VA

Winchester Medical Center,Winchester, VA

Warren Memorial Hospital,Front Royal, VA

Shenandoah Memorial Hospital,Woodstock, VA

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

Dr. Folsom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912944877.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Folsom?

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

What is Dr. Kent Folsom's specialty?

Dr. Folsom is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Rockingham, VA.

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. Kent Folsom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Folsom is affiliated with Sentara Rmh Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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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