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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Buggs, Internist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Vernois Buggs, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Buggs graduated from Meharry Medical College. Dr. Buggs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buggs’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buggs’s office at (901) 369-8159.
Where did Dr. Buggs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
What languages does Dr. Buggs speak?
Dr. Buggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Buggs treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Buggs 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. Buggs. 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Buggs perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Vernois Buggs may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buggs' office.
Does Dr. Buggs accept my insurance?
Dr. Buggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 369-8159 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buggs accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Buggs in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buggs' office located?
Dr. Vernois Buggs' Primary Practice
6005 Park Ave Ste 1003B
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 369-8159
What is Dr. Buggs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730226226.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buggs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buggs
What is Dr. Vernois Buggs's specialty?
Dr. Buggs is a Internist near Memphis, TN.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Buggs to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Vernois Buggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Buggs is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
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Is Vernois Buggs accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Vernois Buggs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vernois Buggs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buggs's office at (901) 369-8159 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vernois Buggs?
Please contact Dr. Buggs's office at (901) 369-8159 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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