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Dr. Robert Brinson, MD

Bristol, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brinson, Gastroenterologist in Bristol, TN?

    Dr. Robert Brinson, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Bristol, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Brinson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brinson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brinson’s office at (229) 312-0698.

    What languages does Dr. Brinson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Brinson treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Brinson 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. Brinson. 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:

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Mixed Symptoms
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
    • Spastic Colon
    • Functional Bowel Disorder
    • IBS
    • IBS-C
    • Constipation-Predominant IBS
    • Spastic Colon with Constipation
    • IBS-D
    • Diarrhea-Predominant IBS
    • Spastic Colon with Diarrhea
    • IBS-M
    • Spastic Colon with Mixed Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
    • K581: Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation
    • K580: Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea
    • K582: Mixed irritable bowel syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • History of Other Digestive System Disease
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Past GI Disorder
    • Previous Digestive Problem
    • History of Gastrointestinal Illness
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8719: Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system
    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Terminal Ileitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications

    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:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Does Dr. Brinson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brinson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 312-0698 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brinson accept in Bristol, TN?

    Dr. Brinson in Bristol, 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

    • American Health Advantage of Tennessee

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brinson's office located?

    Dr. Robert Brinson's Primary Practice

    1 Medical Park Blvd

    Bristol, TN 37620

    (229) 312-0698

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    Dr. Robert Brinson's Practice 2

    1700 Medical Center Pkwy

    Murfreesboro, TN 37129

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    Dr. Robert Brinson's Practice 3

    130 W Ravine Rd

    Kingsport, TN 37660

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

    Dr. Brinson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487741237.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brinson?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Brinson's specialty?

    Dr. Brinson is a Gastroenterologist near Bristol, TN. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Brinson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Brinson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brinson is affiliated with Jackson-Madison County General 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Robert Brinson accepting new patients in Bristol, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Brinson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Brinson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brinson's office at (229) 312-0698 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Brinson?

    Please contact Dr. Brinson's office at (229) 312-0698 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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