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Who is Dr. Frederick, Internist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Dexter Frederick, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Frederick graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Frederick is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frederick’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frederick’s office at (813) 889-9800.
Where did Dr. Frederick go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics | Loma Linda U Mc
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Frederick board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Dexter Frederick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Frederick speak?
Dr. Frederick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Frederick treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Frederick 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. Frederick. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Which procedures does Dr. Frederick perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Dexter Frederick 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Frederick's office.
Does Dr. Frederick accept my insurance?
Dr. Frederick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 889-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Frederick accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Frederick in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BILO / Winn Dixie
Community Care Network
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Inland Empire
Integrated Home Care Services
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Frederick's office located?
Dr. Dexter Frederick's Primary Practice
8488 W Hillsborough Ave
Tampa, FL 33615
(813) 889-9800
What is Dr. Frederick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Frederick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366490690.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frederick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frederick
What is Dr. Dexter Frederick's specialty?
Dr. Frederick is a Internist near Tampa, FL.
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. Frederick to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Dexter Frederick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Frederick is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Loma Linda University Medical Center, Jerry L. Pettis Memorial Veterans Hospital, Riverside University Health System - Medical Center, Loma Linda University Childrens Hospital. 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 Dexter Frederick accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Dexter Frederick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dexter Frederick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Frederick's office at (813) 889-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dexter Frederick?
Please contact Dr. Frederick's office at (813) 889-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dexter Frederick have?
Dr. Dexter Frederick is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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