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Dr. Donald Kohler, MD

Wilmington, NC

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kohler, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Donald Kohler, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Kohler completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Kohler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kohler’s office at (910) 332-1072.

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

    • Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Ohio At Toledo | University of Toledo College of Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. Donald Kohler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kohler speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kohler 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. Kohler. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Other Acute Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Other acute sinusitis
    • Unspecified acute sinus inflammation
    • Different types of acute sinus infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0180: Other acute sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Upper airway disease
    • Nose and throat conditions
    • Upper respiratory illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis from Other Organisms
    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Infectious Bronchitis
    • Chest Cold
    • Bronchial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J208: Acute bronchitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Kohler may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kohler accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Kohler's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Kohler's office located?

    Dr. Donald Kohler's Primary Practice

    4402 Shipyard Blvd

    Wilmington, NC 28403

    (910) 332-1072

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

    Dr. Kohler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215916325.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kohler?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Kohler's specialty?

    Dr. Kohler is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Wilmington, NC.

    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 this Dr. Donald Kohler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kohler is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Donald Kohler accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Kohler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Kohler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kohler's office at (910) 332-1072 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Kohler?

    Please contact Dr. Kohler's office at (910) 332-1072 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Kohler have?

    Dr. Donald Kohler is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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