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Dr. James Kempiners, MD

Dr. James Kempiners, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
20+ years of experience

Dr. James Kempiners, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Fort Thomas, KY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital and St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

40 N Grand Ave Ste 101 Fort Thomas, KY 41075
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kempiners specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Kempiners' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kempiners

4.4

9 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
78%
78%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
11%
11%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Tim T. – Feb 21, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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E.J. Wagner – Feb 22, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 04, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mary Gair in Burlington, KY – Aug 30, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Newport, KY – Apr 07, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Kempiners, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Fort Thomas, KY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Illinois Eye And Ear Infirmary

    Residency Hospital, 2006
  • University Of Illinois At Chicago

    Internship Hospital, 2002
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Ent. & Allergy Specialists40 N Grand Ave Ste 101 Fort Thomas, KY 41075
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Head and Neck Surgery Associates PSC7575 US Highway 42 Florence, KY 41042
2
Office368 Bielby Rd Ste 140 Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
3

Practice

Office20 Medical Village Dr Ste 368 Edgewood, KY 41017
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital

    1 Medical Village Dr
    Edgewood, KY 41017
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital

    4900 Houston Rd
    Florence, KY 41042
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas Hospital

    85 N Grand Ave
    Fort Thomas, KY 41075
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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