30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dycus, Internist in Gainesboro, TN?
Dr. Douglas Dycus, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gainesboro, TN. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Dycus graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Baptist Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Dycus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dycus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dycus’s office at (931) 268-3224.
Where did Dr. Dycus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baptist Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Baptist Memorial Hospital | Baptist Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC
What languages does Dr. Dycus speak?
Dr. Dycus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Dycus typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Dycus 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. Dycus. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Dycus typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Dycus performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Dycus. 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:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Dycus accept my insurance?
Dr. Dycus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (931) 268-3224 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dycus accept in Gainesboro, TN?
Dr. Dycus in Gainesboro, 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 Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dycus' office located?
Dr. Douglas Dycus' Primary Practice
3698 S Grundy Quarles Hwy
Gainesboro, TN 38562
(931) 268-3224
What is Dr. Dycus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dycus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780601708.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dycus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dycus
What is Dr. Douglas Dycus's specialty?
Dr. Dycus is a Internist near Gainesboro, TN.
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. Douglas Dycus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dycus is affiliated with Cookeville Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Douglas Dycus accepting new patients in Gainesboro, TN?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Dycus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Dycus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dycus's office at (931) 268-3224 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Dycus?
Please contact Dr. Dycus's office at (931) 268-3224 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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