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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kester, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Gallup, NM?
Dr. Dale Kester, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gallup, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kester completed his residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Kester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kester’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kester’s office at (505) 722-1000.
Where did Dr. Kester go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Lsu Health Science Center University Hospital
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx
What languages does Dr. Kester speak?
Dr. Kester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kester treat?
As a Emergency Medicine 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.
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- 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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Problem drinking with intoxication
- Alcohol poisoning
- Acute alcohol intoxication
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kester perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Dale Kester may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kester's office.
Does Dr. Kester accept my insurance?
Dr. Kester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 722-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kester accept in Gallup, NM?
Dr. Kester in Gallup, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
Waggoners Trucking
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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 1396710943.
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. Dale Kester's specialty?
Dr. Kester is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Gallup, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Kester to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dale Kester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kester is affiliated with MountainView Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Dale Kester accepting new patients in Gallup, NM?
Yes, Dr. Dale Kester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dale Kester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kester's office at (505) 722-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dale Kester?
Please contact Dr. Kester's office at (505) 722-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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