Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yakes, Internist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Elizabeth Yakes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Yakes graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Dr. Yakes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yakes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yakes’s office at (615) 322-3000.
Where did Dr. Yakes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Florida College of Medicine
Is Dr. Yakes board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Yakes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004
What languages does Dr. Yakes speak?
Dr. Yakes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Yakes treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Yakes 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. Yakes. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Which procedures does Dr. Yakes perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Elizabeth Yakes 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. Yakes' office.
Does Dr. Yakes accept my insurance?
Dr. Yakes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yakes accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Yakes in Nashville, 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
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yakes' office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Yakes' Primary Practice
6000 Medical Ctr E - N Tower
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-3000
What is Dr. Yakes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yakes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851318562.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yakes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yakes
What is Dr. Elizabeth Yakes's specialty?
Dr. Yakes is a Internist near Nashville, 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. Yakes to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Elizabeth Yakes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yakes is affiliated with Vanderbilt University 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Elizabeth Yakes accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Yakes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Yakes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yakes's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Yakes?
Please contact Dr. Yakes's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Yakes have?
Dr. Elizabeth Yakes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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