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Who is Dr. Roa, Internist in Harriman, TN?
Dr. Desiree Roa, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Harriman, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Roa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Roa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Roa’s office at (423) 979-5805.
What languages does Dr. Roa speak?
Dr. Roa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Roa typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Roa 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. Roa. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Tobacco Product Addiction
- Cigarette Addiction
- Nicotine Addiction
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Vaping Addiction
- E-Cigarette Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Other Tobacco
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
- Nicotine Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17290: Nicotine dependence, other tobacco product, uncomplicated
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
- F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Roa typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Desiree Roa may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Roa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Roa accept my insurance?
Dr. Roa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 979-5805 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Roa accept in Harriman, TN?
Dr. Roa in Harriman, 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 Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Roa's office located?
What is Dr. Roa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Roa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477714442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Roa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Roa
What is Dr. Desiree Roa's specialty?
Dr. Roa is a Internist near Harriman, TN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Desiree Roa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Roa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Covenant Health - Methodist Medical Center, Roane Medical Center, Cumberland 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
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Is Desiree Roa accepting new patients in Harriman, TN?
Yes, Dr. Desiree Roa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Desiree Roa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Roa's office at (423) 979-5805 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Desiree Roa?
Please contact Dr. Roa's office at (423) 979-5805 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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