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Dr. David King, MD

Hospitalist, Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Internist

Washington, DC

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. 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 Medicare 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 a Hospitalist like Dr. King typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Nausea
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick to Stomach
    • Queasiness
    • Upset Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R110: Nausea

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Hypomania
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Bipolar with mild mania
    • Hypomanic bipolar
    • Bipolar II disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F310: Bipolar disorder, current episode hypomanic

    Also known as:

    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. King typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. David 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 (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

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. King's office located?

    Dr. David King's Primary Practice

    1160 Varnum St NE

    Washington, DC 20017

    (202) 636-1130

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    Dr. David King's Practice 2

    5255 Loughboro Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20016

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    Dr. David King's Practice 3

    14207 Park Center Dr Ste 102

    Laurel, MD 20707

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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 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.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. King is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Medstar Harbor Hospital, Adventist Healthcare White Oak 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. 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 Dr. David King?

    Please contact Dr. King's office at (202) 636-1130 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. King's office located?

    Dr. King's offices are located in Washington, DC and Laurel, MD.