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Dr. Karen Hanks, MD

Dr. Karen Hanks, MD

Union City, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hanks, Internist in Union City, TN?

    Dr. Karen Hanks, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Union City, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hanks graduated from Ut Health Science Center and completed her residency at Quillen College of Medicine. She is a member of the American College Physicians and American Society of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Hanks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hanks’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hanks’s office at (731) 507-0700.

    Where did Dr. Hanks go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Quillen College of Medicine

    • Medical School: Ut Health Science Center

    Is Dr. Hanks board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Hanks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2012

    What languages does Dr. Hanks speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hanks treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Hanks 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. Hanks. 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:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Aspiration Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Inhalation Pneumonia
    • Chemical Pneumonitis
    • Aspiration Lung Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia
    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Hanks perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Hanks may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hanks' office.

    Does Dr. Hanks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hanks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (731) 507-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hanks accept in Union City, TN?

    Dr. Hanks in Union City, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sterling Jewelers

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hanks' office located?

    Dr. Karen Hanks' Primary Practice

    1509 S 1st St

    Union City, TN 38261

    (731) 507-0700

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    Dr. Karen Hanks' Practice 2

    1201 Bishop St

    Union City, TN 38261

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    Dr. Karen Hanks' Practice 3

    1 Veterans Way

    Knoxville, TN 37931

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American College Physicians

    Member

    2007

    American Society of Addiction Medicine

    member

    2019

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

    Dr. Hanks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790981819.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hanks?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Hanks's specialty?

    Dr. Hanks is a Internist near Union City, TN.

    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. Hanks to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karen Hanks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hanks is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital 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?

    Explore Internist 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 Karen Hanks accepting new patients in Union City, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Hanks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Hanks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hanks's office at (731) 507-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Hanks?

    Please contact Dr. Hanks's office at (731) 507-0700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Hanks have?

    Dr. Karen Hanks is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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