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Dr. Bruce Kent, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Wetumpka, AL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kent, Family Medicine Specialist in Wetumpka, AL?

    Dr. Bruce Kent, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wetumpka, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kent graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Hospital and Clinic Inc. Dr. Kent is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kent’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kent’s office at (334) 567-5626.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Hospital and Clinic Inc

    • Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kent board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Kent, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kent speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kent typically treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Shrinking Thyroid Gland
    • Acquired Thyroid Wasting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)

    Also known as:

    • Cystostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Bladder Stoma Care
    • Urinary Diversion Care
    • Suprapubic Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • B Vitamins
    • B12 Anemia
    • Dietary B12 Anemia
    • Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D518: Other vitamin B12 deficiency anemias

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kent typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bruce Kent may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kent's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kent accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kent accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 567-5626 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kent accept in Wetumpka, AL?

    Dr. Kent in Wetumpka, AL 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 Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Kent's office located?

    Dr. Bruce Kent's Primary Practice

    500 Hospital Dr

    Wetumpka, AL 36092

    (334) 567-5626

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    Dr. Bruce Kent's Practice 2

    4412 Hogan Rd

    Deatsville, AL 36022

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    Dr. Bruce Kent's Practice 3

    6582 Boll Weevil Cir

    Enterprise, AL 36330

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kent affiliated with?

    Dr. Kent has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Elmore Community Hospital,Wetumpka, AL

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

    Dr. Kent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336229608.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kent?

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

    What is Dr. Bruce Kent's specialty?

    Dr. Kent is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wetumpka, AL.

    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 Dr. Bruce Kent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Kent is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Elmore Community Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Bruce Kent accepting new patients in Wetumpka, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Kent is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bruce Kent offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kent's office at (334) 567-5626 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bruce Kent?

    Please contact Dr. Kent's office at (334) 567-5626 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kent's office located?

    Dr. Kent's offices are located in Wetumpka, AL, Deatsville, AL, and Enterprise, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Kent have?

    Dr. Bruce Kent is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.