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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. King, Hospitalist in Washington, DC?
Dr. David King, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. King graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Surgery Of The Hand-Surgery; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, General Surgery; Wm Beaumont Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. King is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. King’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. King’s office at (202) 636-1130.
Where did Dr. King go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Surgery Of The Hand-Surgery; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, General Surgery; Wm Beaumont Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | Howard Univ College of 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 Dr. King treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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.
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:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Clinical depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Hypomania
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar with mild mania
- Hypomanic bipolar
- Bipolar II disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F310: Bipolar disorder, current episode hypomanic
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Communication Problems from Brain Issues
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Cognitive-linguistic disorder
- Trouble speaking after brain injury
- Difficulty understanding language
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41841: Cognitive communication deficit
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Having a Tracheostomy
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach tube
- Tracheotomy
- Tracheal opening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z930: Tracheostomy status
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
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
Which procedures does Dr. King perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. David King may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. King's office.
Does Dr. King accept my insurance?
Dr. King accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 636-1130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. King accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. King in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. King's office located?
What is Dr. King's NPI number?An 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 1992746127.
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. David King's specialty?
Dr. King is a Hospitalist near Washington, DC. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. King to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David King affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. King is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Georgetown University 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 David King accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. David King is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David King offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. King's office at (202) 636-1130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David King?
Please contact Dr. King's office at (202) 636-1130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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