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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Slusher, Body Imaging Specialist in Middlesboro, KY?
Dr. Joseph Slusher, MD is a Body Imaging Specialist, who primarily practices in Middlesboro, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Slusher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Slusher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slusher’s office at (606) 242-1100.
What languages does Dr. Slusher speak?
Dr. Slusher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Slusher treat?
As a Body Imaging Specialist, Dr. Slusher 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. Slusher. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Injury
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Trauma
- Neck Damage
- Injured Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Other Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Unusual Neurological Symptoms
- Nerve Problems
- Brain and Nerve Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Injury
- Back Injuries
- Lumbar Injury
- Back Trauma
- Spinal Injury
- Lower Back Pain Cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- S3992XA: Unspecified injury of lower back, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Slusher perform as a Body Imaging Specialist?
As a Body Imaging Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Slusher may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Slusher's office.
Does Dr. Slusher accept my insurance?
Dr. Slusher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 242-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Slusher accept in Middlesboro, KY?
Dr. Slusher in Middlesboro, KY 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Slusher's office located?
Dr. Joseph Slusher's Primary Practice
3600 Cumberland Ave
Middlesboro, KY 40965
(606) 242-1100
What is Dr. Slusher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Slusher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487880027.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slusher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Slusher
What is Dr. Joseph Slusher's specialty?
Dr. Slusher is a Body Imaging Specialist near Middlesboro, KY. A Doctor of Osteopathy specializing in Radiology focuses on body imaging techniques to diagnose and evaluate medical conditions. Utilizing advanced modalities like MRI and CT scans, they provide detailed insights into the body's structures while promoting patient health through a holistic approach. Contact Dr. Slusher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Slusher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Slusher is affiliated with Johnson City 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 Joseph Slusher accepting new patients in Middlesboro, KY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Slusher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Slusher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Slusher's office at (606) 242-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Slusher?
Please contact Dr. Slusher's office at (606) 242-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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