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33 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Kester, Infectious Disease Specialist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Kent Kester, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Kester graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kester’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kester’s office at (410) 328-4124.
Where did Dr. Kester go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Kester board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kent Kester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kester speak?
Dr. Kester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kester typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Kester 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. Kester. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kester typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kent Kester may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Kester's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kester accept my insurance?
Dr. Kester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-4124 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kester accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Kester in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allianz Worldwide Care
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kester's office located?
What is Dr. Kester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649250622.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kester
What is Dr. Kent Kester's specialty?
Dr. Kester is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Baltimore, MD.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Kent Kester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kester is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Of Maryland Medical Center. 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Kent Kester accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Kent Kester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kent Kester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kester's office at (410) 328-4124 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kent Kester?
Please contact Dr. Kester's office at (410) 328-4124 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kent Kester have?
Dr. Kent Kester is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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