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Dr. Gerald Turner, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

West Point, MS

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Turner, Family Medicine Specialist in West Point, MS?

    Dr. Gerald Turner, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Point, MS with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Turner graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine. Dr. Turner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turner’s office at (662) 329-3808.

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

    • Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Turner board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Turner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Turner speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Turner typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Turner 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. Turner. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Turner typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Turner may include:

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

    Does Dr. Turner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Turner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (662) 329-3808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Turner accept in West Point, MS?

    Dr. Turner in West Point, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fox Everett

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Turner's office located?

    Dr. Gerald Turner's Primary Practice

    755 Emergency Dr

    West Point, MS 39773

    (662) 329-3808

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    Dr. Gerald Turner's Practice 2

    56 Dutch Ln

    Columbus, MS 39702

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

    Dr. Turner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285630715.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turner?

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

    What is Dr. Gerald Turner's specialty?

    Dr. Turner is a Family Medicine Specialist near West Point, MS.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Gerald Turner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Turner is affiliated with North Mississippi Medical Center-West Point, North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Dr. Gerald Turner accepting new patients in West Point, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Turner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerald Turner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (662) 329-3808 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gerald Turner?

    Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (662) 329-3808 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Turner's office located?

    Dr. Turner's offices are located in West Point, MS and Columbus, MS.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Turner have?

    Dr. Gerald Turner is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.