Dr. Douglas Kingma, MD
Hematopathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist
,Clinical Pathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
Nashville, TN
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kingma, Hematopathologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Douglas Kingma, MD is a Hematopathologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kingma completed his residency at Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Erie Co Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Kingma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kingma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kingma’s office.
Where did Dr. Kingma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Erie Co Med Ctr, General Surgery | Erie Co Med Center
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Kingma board certified as a Hematopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Kingma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Kingma speak?
Dr. Kingma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematopathologist like Dr. Kingma typically treat?
As a Hematopathologist, Dr. Kingma 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. Kingma. 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:
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
- CML Leukemia in Remission
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- BCR/ABL-Positive CML in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
- C9211: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, in remission
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
What procedures does a Hematopathologist like Dr. Kingma typically perform?
As a Hematopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Kingma may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Kingma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kingma accept my insurance?
Dr. Kingma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kingma accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Kingma in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kingma's office located?
What is Dr. Kingma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kingma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003871815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kingma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kingma
What is Dr. Douglas Kingma's specialty?
Dr. Kingma is a Hematopathologist near Nashville, TN.
What does a Hematopathologist do?
A hematopathologist specializes in diseases that impact blood cells, blood clotting mechanisms, bone marrow, and lymph nodes. This physician possesses the knowledge and technical skills necessary for the laboratory diagnosis of conditions such as anemias, leukemias, lymphomas, bleeding disorders, and blood clotting disorders.
Is this Dr. Douglas Kingma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kingma is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West 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 a Hematopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Douglas Kingma accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Kingma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Kingma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kingma's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Kingma?
Please contact Dr. Kingma's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Kingma have?
Dr. Douglas Kingma is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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