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Dr. Simarta Brennan-Prescod, MD

Internist

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Nephrologist

Saint Petersburg, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brennan-Prescod, Internist in Saint Petersburg, FL?

    Dr. Simarta Brennan-Prescod, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Petersburg, FL. She is board certified. Dr. Brennan-Prescod is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brennan-Prescod’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brennan-Prescod’s office at (727) 576-8900.

    Is Dr. Brennan-Prescod board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Simarta Brennan-Prescod, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brennan-Prescod speak?

    Dr. Brennan-Prescod and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Brennan-Prescod typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Brennan-Prescod 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. Brennan-Prescod. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Brennan-Prescod typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Simarta Brennan-Prescod may include:

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

    Does Dr. Brennan-Prescod accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brennan-Prescod accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 576-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brennan-Prescod accept in Saint Petersburg, FL?

    Dr. Brennan-Prescod in Saint Petersburg, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareCentrix

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Brennan-Prescod's office located?

    180 Optum Northeast

    8950 Dr Martin Luther King St N

    Saint Petersburg, FL 33702

    (727) 576-8900

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

    Dr. Brennan-Prescod's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104121920.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brennan-Prescod?

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

    What is Dr. Simarta Brennan-Prescod's specialty?

    Dr. Brennan-Prescod is a Internist near Saint Petersburg, FL.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Simarta Brennan-Prescod affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brennan-Prescod is affiliated with Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Simarta Brennan-Prescod accepting new patients in Saint Petersburg, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Simarta Brennan-Prescod is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Simarta Brennan-Prescod offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brennan-Prescod's office at (727) 576-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Simarta Brennan-Prescod?

    Please contact Dr. Brennan-Prescod's office at (727) 576-8900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Simarta Brennan-Prescod have?

    Dr. Simarta Brennan-Prescod is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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