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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thomas King, Pediatrician in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Shanthi Thomas King, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD. She is board certified. Dr. Thomas King graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Dr. Thomas King is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas King’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas King’s office at (443) 259-3770.
Where did Dr. Thomas King go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Thomas King board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Shanthi Thomas King, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Thomas King speak?
Dr. Thomas King and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Thomas King typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Thomas King typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Shanthi Thomas King may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Thomas King's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thomas King accept my insurance?
Dr. Thomas King accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (443) 259-3770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas King accept in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Thomas King in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thomas King's office located?
Dr. Shanthi Thomas King's Primary Practice
6350 Stevens Forest Rd Ste 103
Columbia, MD 21046
(443) 259-3770
What is Dr. Thomas King's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thomas King's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891724381.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thomas King?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thomas King
What is Dr. Shanthi Thomas King's specialty?
Dr. Thomas King is a Pediatrician near Columbia, MD.
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 this Dr. Shanthi Thomas King affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thomas King is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Um Baltimore Washington Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, The Johns Hopkins 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Shanthi Thomas King accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?
Yes, Dr. Shanthi Thomas King is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shanthi Thomas King offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thomas King's office at (443) 259-3770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shanthi Thomas King?
Please contact Dr. Thomas King's office at (443) 259-3770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shanthi Thomas King have?
Dr. Shanthi Thomas King is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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