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Dr. Sara Story, MD

Lexington, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Story, Internist in Lexington, TN?

    Dr. Sara Story, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lexington, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Story is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Story’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Story’s office at (731) 968-3646.

    What languages does Dr. Story speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Story treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Story 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. Story. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bacterial Infection
    • Bacterial disease
    • Germ infection
    • Bacterial illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A499: Bacterial infection, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Story perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sara Story may include:

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

    Does Dr. Story accept my insurance?

    Dr. Story accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (731) 968-3646 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Story accept in Lexington, TN?

    Dr. Story in Lexington, 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

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Story's office located?

    Dr. Sara Story's Primary Practice

    200 W Church St

    Lexington, TN 38351

    (731) 968-3646

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    Dr. Sara Story's Practice 2

    36 Capital Way Ste E

    Atoka, TN 38004

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    Dr. Sara Story's Practice 3

    6019 Walnut Grove Rd

    Memphis, TN 38120

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

    Dr. Story's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497079933.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Story?

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

    What is Dr. Sara Story's specialty?

    Dr. Story is a Internist near Lexington, 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. Story to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sara Story affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Story is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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?

    Explore Internist 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 Sara Story accepting new patients in Lexington, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Story is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sara Story offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Story's office at (731) 968-3646 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sara Story?

    Please contact Dr. Story's office at (731) 968-3646 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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