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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purkey, Internist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Janet Purkey, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN. She is board certified. Dr. Purkey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purkey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purkey’s office at (865) 305-9410.
Where did Dr. Purkey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Purkey board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Janet Purkey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Purkey speak?
Dr. Purkey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Purkey typically treat?
As an Internist, conditions treated by Dr. Janet Purkey may include:
Please contact Dr. Purkey's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Purkey typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Janet Purkey 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
Please contact Dr. Purkey's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Purkey accept my insurance?
Dr. Purkey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 305-9410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purkey accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Purkey in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Purkey's office located?
University Of Tennessee Medical Center
1928 Alcoa Hwy Ste 127
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 305-9410
What is Dr. Purkey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purkey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063437978.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purkey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purkey
What is Dr. Janet Purkey's specialty?
Dr. Purkey is a Internist near Knoxville, TN.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Janet Purkey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purkey is affiliated with The University Of Tennessee 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
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Is Janet Purkey accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Janet Purkey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Janet Purkey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purkey's office at (865) 305-9410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Janet Purkey?
Please contact Dr. Purkey's office at (865) 305-9410 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Janet Purkey have?
Dr. Janet Purkey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Purkey
University Of Tennessee Medical Center
1928 Alcoa Hwy Ste 127
Knoxville, TN 37920