20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hixson, Family Medicine Specialist in Smyrna, TN?
Dr. Joshua Hixson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Smyrna, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Hixson graduated from Medical College of Georgia and completed his residency at Anderson Mrea Medical Center, South Carolina. Dr. Hixson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hixson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hixson’s office at (615) 223-9502.
Where did Dr. Hixson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Anderson Mrea Medical Center, South Carolina
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia
Is Dr. Hixson board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Hixson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hixson speak?
Dr. Hixson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hixson typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hixson 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. Hixson. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hixson typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Hixson may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Hixson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hixson accept my insurance?
Dr. Hixson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 223-9502 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hixson accept in Smyrna, TN?
Dr. Hixson in Smyrna, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
Humana
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hixson's office located?
Dr. Joshua Hixson's Primary Practice
300 Stonecrest Blvd Ste 100
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 223-9502
What is Dr. Hixson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hixson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326056839.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hixson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hixson
What is Dr. Joshua Hixson's specialty?
Dr. Hixson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Smyrna, TN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joshua Hixson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hixson is affiliated with Tristar Stonecrest Medical Center, Maury Regional 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joshua Hixson accepting new patients in Smyrna, TN?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Hixson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Hixson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hixson's office at (615) 223-9502 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Hixson?
Please contact Dr. Hixson's office at (615) 223-9502 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Hixson have?
Dr. Joshua Hixson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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