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Who is Dr. Abernathy, Family Medicine Specialist in Morristown, TN?
Dr. James Abernathy, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Morristown, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Abernathy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abernathy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abernathy’s office at (423) 736-9474.
Is Dr. Abernathy board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Abernathy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Abernathy speak?
Dr. Abernathy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Abernathy treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Abernathy 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. Abernathy. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Emergency
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Emergency
- Very High Blood Pressure Emergency
- Acute Hypertensive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I161: Hypertensive emergency
Which procedures does Dr. Abernathy perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Abernathy may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Abernathy's office.
Does Dr. Abernathy accept my insurance?
Dr. Abernathy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 736-9474 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abernathy accept in Morristown, TN?
Dr. Abernathy in Morristown, 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 Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
United Mine Workers of America
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abernathy's office located?
Dr. James Abernathy's Primary Practice
908 W 4th North St
Morristown, TN 37814
(423) 736-9474
What is Dr. Abernathy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abernathy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427146539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abernathy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abernathy
What is Dr. James Abernathy's specialty?
Dr. Abernathy is a Family Medicine Specialist near Morristown, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Abernathy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Abernathy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Abernathy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Morristown - Hamblen Healthcare System. 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is James Abernathy accepting new patients in Morristown, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Abernathy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Abernathy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abernathy's office at (423) 736-9474 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Abernathy?
Please contact Dr. Abernathy's office at (423) 736-9474 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Abernathy have?
Dr. James Abernathy is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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