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Dr. Jesus Tovar, MD

Lexington, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tovar, Hospitalist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Jesus Tovar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Tovar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tovar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tovar’s office at (859) 368-0434.

    Is Dr. Tovar board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Jesus Tovar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tovar speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tovar treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Tovar 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. Tovar. 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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
    • Opioid Abuse
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD
    • Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
    • Opioid Addiction in Recovery
    • Past Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Abuse in Remission
    • Opioid misuse
    • Drug abuse (opioids)
    • Problem opioid use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
    • F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
    • F1110: Opioid abuse, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Stimulant Dependence
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Stimulant Addiction
    • Stimulant Drug Addiction
    • Stimulant Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1520: Other stimulant dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Marijuana Dependence
    • Marijuana
    • Cannabis Dependence
    • Marijuana Addiction
    • Chronic Marijuana Use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1220: Cannabis dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nicotine Addiction
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Tobacco Addiction
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Vaping Addiction
    • Nicotine Substance Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Tovar perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jesus Tovar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tovar's office.

    Does Dr. Tovar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tovar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 368-0434 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tovar accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Tovar in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Passport Health Plan

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tovar's office located?

    Dr. Jesus Tovar's Primary Practice

    3150 Custer Dr Ste 101

    Lexington, KY 40517

    (859) 368-0434

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    Dr. Jesus Tovar's Practice 2

    1 Saint Joseph Dr

    Lexington, KY 40504

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    Dr. Jesus Tovar's Practice 3

    1001 Saint Joseph Ln

    London, KY 40741

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

    Dr. Tovar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801059399.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tovar?

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

    What is Dr. Jesus Tovar's specialty?

    Dr. Tovar is a Hospitalist near Lexington, KY. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Tovar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jesus Tovar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tovar is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington, Ky 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Jesus Tovar accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Jesus Tovar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jesus Tovar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tovar's office at (859) 368-0434 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jesus Tovar?

    Please contact Dr. Tovar's office at (859) 368-0434 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jesus Tovar have?

    Dr. Jesus Tovar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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