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Dr. Brian Kempton, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Willis, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kempton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Willis, TX?

    Dr. Brian Kempton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Willis, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kempton completed his residency at Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Emergency Medicine; St Mary-Corwin Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Kempton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kempton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kempton’s office at (936) 228-7598.

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

    • Residency: Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Emergency Medicine; St Mary-Corwin Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx

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

    Yes, Dr. Brian Kempton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kempton speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Kempton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kempton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kempton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 228-7598 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kempton accept in Willis, TX?

    Dr. Kempton in Willis, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Choice

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kempton's office located?

    Dr. Brian Kempton's Primary Practice

    12717 Interstate 45 N Ste 300

    Willis, TX 77318

    (936) 228-7598

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    Dr. Brian Kempton's Practice 2

    540 Interstate 45 S Ste E

    Huntsville, TX 77340

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

    Dr. Kempton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043252463.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kempton?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Kempton's specialty?

    Dr. Kempton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Willis, TX.

    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. Brian Kempton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kempton is affiliated with Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital 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

    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. Brian Kempton accepting new patients in Willis, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Kempton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Kempton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kempton's office at (936) 228-7598 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Kempton?

    Please contact Dr. Kempton's office at (936) 228-7598 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kempton's office located?

    Dr. Kempton's offices are located in Willis, TX and Huntsville, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Kempton have?

    Dr. Brian Kempton is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.