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Dr. Rufus Breckenridge, MD

Greeneville, TN

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Breckenridge, Family Medicine Specialist in Greeneville, TN?

    Dr. Rufus Breckenridge, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Greeneville, TN. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Breckenridge graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Family Medicine. Dr. Breckenridge is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Breckenridge’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Breckenridge’s office at (423) 638-4131.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Family Medicine | Medical College of Georgia Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    What languages does Dr. Breckenridge speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Breckenridge treat?

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

    • 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:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Cessation Counseling
    • Tobacco Use
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Harms of Cigarette Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting
    • Smoking cessation counseling
    • Quitting tobacco support
    • Nicotine addiction counseling
    • Smoking habit
    • Nicotine use
    • Tobacco dependency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z716: Tobacco abuse counseling
    • Z720: Tobacco use

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Procedure Not Done Due to Patient Decision
    • Patient Refused Treatment
    • Treatment Declined by Patient
    • Canceled Procedure by Patient

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5320: Procedure and treatment not carried out because of patient's decision for unspecified reasons

    Also known as:

    • Deep Vein Thrombosis
    • DVT
    • Blood Clot in Leg
    • Pulmonary Embolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86718: Personal history of other venous thrombosis and embolism

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Breckenridge perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rufus Breckenridge may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Breckenridge's office.

    Does Dr. Breckenridge accept my insurance?

    Dr. Breckenridge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 638-4131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Breckenridge accept in Greeneville, TN?

    Dr. Breckenridge in Greeneville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Citizens Rx

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • New Era Life Insurance

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

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    Where is Dr. Breckenridge's office located?

    Dr. Rufus Breckenridge's Primary Practice

    109 E Church St

    Greeneville, TN 37745

    (423) 638-4131

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

    Dr. Breckenridge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962578005.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Breckenridge?

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

    What is Dr. Rufus Breckenridge's specialty?

    Dr. Breckenridge is a Family Medicine Specialist near Greeneville, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Breckenridge to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rufus Breckenridge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Breckenridge is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Johnson City Medical Center. 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Rufus Breckenridge accepting new patients in Greeneville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Rufus Breckenridge is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rufus Breckenridge offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Breckenridge's office at (423) 638-4131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rufus Breckenridge?

    Please contact Dr. Breckenridge's office at (423) 638-4131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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