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Dr. James Tuck, MD

Pell City, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tuck, Family Medicine Specialist in Pell City, AL?

    Dr. James Tuck, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pell City, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Tuck completed his residency at The Med Center Inc. Dr. Tuck is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tuck’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tuck’s office at (205) 338-8008.

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

    • Residency: The Med Center Inc

    Is Dr. Tuck board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Tuck, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tuck speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tuck treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tuck 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. Tuck. 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:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    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:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, 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:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Tuck perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Tuck may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tuck's office.

    Does Dr. Tuck accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tuck accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 338-8008 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tuck accept in Pell City, AL?

    Dr. Tuck in Pell City, AL 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 and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Lowes

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Tuck's office located?

    Dr. James Tuck's Primary Practice

    20 Hazelwood Dr

    Pell City, AL 35125

    (205) 338-8008

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    Dr. James Tuck's Practice 2

    30 Holmes Dr

    Oxford, AL 36203

    (256) 403-3534

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    Dr. James Tuck's Practice 3

    5892 Trussville Crossings Pkwy

    Birmingham, AL 35235

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

    Dr. Tuck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871687541.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tuck?

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

    What is Dr. James Tuck's specialty?

    Dr. Tuck is a Family Medicine Specialist near Pell City, AL. 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. Tuck to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Tuck affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tuck is affiliated with UAB Hospital, Brookwood Baptist Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 James Tuck accepting new patients in Pell City, AL?

    Yes, Dr. James Tuck is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Tuck offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tuck's office at (205) 338-8008 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Tuck?

    Please contact Dr. Tuck's office at (205) 338-8008 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Tuck have?

    Dr. James Tuck is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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