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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yerkes, Family Medicine Specialist in Elizabethtown, KY?
Dr. David Yerkes, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elizabethtown, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Yerkes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yerkes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yerkes’s office at (270) 706-5065.
Where did Dr. Yerkes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Pikeville College / College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Yerkes board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Yerkes, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yerkes speak?
Dr. Yerkes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yerkes typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Yerkes 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. Yerkes. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Yerkes typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Yerkes may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Yerkes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yerkes accept my insurance?
Dr. Yerkes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 706-5065 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yerkes accept in Elizabethtown, KY?
Dr. Yerkes in Elizabethtown, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yerkes' office located?
Dr. David Yerkes' Primary Practice
913 N Dixie Ave
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(270) 706-5065
What is Dr. Yerkes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yerkes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043448657.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yerkes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yerkes
What is Dr. David Yerkes's specialty?
Dr. Yerkes is a Family Medicine Specialist near Elizabethtown, KY.
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. David Yerkes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yerkes is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Yerkes accepting new patients in Elizabethtown, KY?
Yes, Dr. David Yerkes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Yerkes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yerkes's office at (270) 706-5065 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Yerkes?
Please contact Dr. Yerkes's office at (270) 706-5065 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Yerkes have?
Dr. David Yerkes is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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