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Dr. Francis Tunney, MD
Mount Pleasant, SC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tunney, Internist in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Dr. Francis Tunney, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mount Pleasant, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tunney completed his residency at Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tunney is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tunney’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tunney’s office at (843) 884-6424.
Where did Dr. Tunney go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine | Eastern Va Med School
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools
Is Dr. Tunney board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Francis Tunney, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tunney speak?
Dr. Tunney and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tunney treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Tunney 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. Tunney. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
- Nasal Congestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Irritant Contact Dermatitis
- Rashes
- Skin Rash from Irritation
- Irritant Eczema
- Skin Inflammation from Contact
ICD-10 Codes:
- L249: Irritant contact dermatitis, unspecified cause
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Tunney perform?
As a Internist, Dr. Tunney performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tunney. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Simple Wound Repair (Small)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Minor Laceration Repair
- Superficial Wound Closure
- Small Cut Stitching
- Simple Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12001: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Does Dr. Tunney accept my insurance?
Dr. Tunney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 884-6424 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tunney accept in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Dr. Tunney in Mount Pleasant, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tunney's office located?
Dr. Francis Tunney's Primary Practice
3074 N Highway 17
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
(843) 884-6424
What is Dr. Tunney's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tunney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134237183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tunney?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tunney
What is Dr. Francis Tunney's specialty?
Dr. Tunney is a Internist near Mount Pleasant, SC.
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.
Contact Dr. Tunney to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Francis Tunney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tunney is affiliated with MUSC Health University Medical Center 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 Internist?
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Is Francis Tunney accepting new patients in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Yes, Dr. Francis Tunney is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Tunney offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tunney's office at (843) 884-6424 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Tunney?
Please contact Dr. Tunney's office at (843) 884-6424 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Tunney have?
Dr. Francis Tunney is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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