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Dr. Howard Peth, MD

Cookeville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Peth, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Cookeville, TN?

    Dr. Howard Peth, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cookeville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Peth completed his residency at Loma Linda U-White Mem Mc. Dr. Peth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peth’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peth’s office at (573) 348-8000.

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

    • Residency: Loma Linda U-White Mem Mc

    • Medical School: Technological University Of Santiago

    What languages does Dr. Peth speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Peth treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Peth 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. Peth. 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:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Scalp Bruise
    • Bruise on Head
    • Bruises
    • Bruised scalp
    • Scalp contusion
    • Head bump
    • Head contusion
    • Black and blue mark on head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0003XA: Contusion of scalp, initial encounter
    • S0083XA: Contusion of other part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Peth perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Howard Peth may include:

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

    Does Dr. Peth accept my insurance?

    Dr. Peth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 348-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peth accept in Cookeville, TN?

    Dr. Peth in Cookeville, 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

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Missouri

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Peth's office located?

    Dr. Howard Peth's Primary Practice

    1 Medical Center Blvd

    Cookeville, TN 38501

    (573) 348-8000

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    Dr. Howard Peth's Practice 2

    975 E 3rd St

    Chattanooga, TN 37403

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    Dr. Howard Peth's Practice 3

    620 E Monroe St

    Mexico, MO 65265

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

    Dr. Peth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639265283.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peth?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Peth's specialty?

    Dr. Peth is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Cookeville, TN. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Peth to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Howard Peth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Peth is affiliated with Cookeville Regional Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Southeast, Erlanger Baroness Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency 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 Howard Peth accepting new patients in Cookeville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Peth is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Peth offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peth's office at (573) 348-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Howard Peth?

    Please contact Dr. Peth's office at (573) 348-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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