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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wright, Family Medicine Specialist in Murray, KY?
Dr. Alex Wright, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Murray, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wright is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (270) 538-5596.
What languages does Dr. Wright speak?
Dr. Wright and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wright treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Folate Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Folic Acid
- Folic Acid Deficiency Anemia
- Vitamin B9 Deficiency Anemia
- Macrocytic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D529: Folate deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Social and Emotional Changes After Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke emotional issues
- Personality changes after ischemic stroke
- Social difficulties from stroke
- Cognitive-emotional deficits after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69315: Cognitive social or emotional deficit following cerebral infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Wright perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alex Wright may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wright's office.
Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?
Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 538-5596 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Murray, KY?
Dr. Wright in Murray, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wright's office located?
Dr. Alex Wright's Practice 3
225 Medical Center Dr Ste 304
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 538-5596
What is Dr. Wright's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407296999.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wright
What is Dr. Alex Wright's specialty?
Dr. Wright is a Family Medicine Specialist near Murray, KY. 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. Wright to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alex Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alex Wright accepting new patients in Murray, KY?
Yes, Dr. Alex Wright is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Wright offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (270) 538-5596 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Wright?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (270) 538-5596 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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