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Dr. Gerald Jerkins, MD

Dr. Gerald Jerkins, MD

Germantown, TN

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Jerkins, Pediatric Urologist in Germantown, TN?

    Dr. Gerald Jerkins, MD is a Pediatric Urologist, who primarily practices in Germantown, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Jerkins graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Urology; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Jerkins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jerkins’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jerkins’s office at (901) 751-0500.

    Where did Dr. Jerkins go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Urology; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, General Surgery | University of Tennessee Program

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    Is Dr. Jerkins board certified in Pediatric Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Jerkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Jerkins speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Jerkins treat?

    As a Pediatric Urologist, Dr. Jerkins 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. Jerkins. 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:

    • Phimosis
    • Other Foreskin Problems
    • Foreskin and Glans Adhesions
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems
    • Various foreskin issues
    • Unspecified foreskin conditions
    • Foreskin abnormalities
    • Preputial Adhesions
    • Glans Adhesions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis
    • N478: Other disorders of prepuce
    • N475: Adhesions of prepuce and glans penis

    Also known as:

    • Swollen Kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Hydronephrosis
    • Kidney Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Vesicoureteral Reflux
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
    • VUR
    • Urine Reflux

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1370: Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • One Undescended Testicle
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Unilateral Cryptorchidism
    • Testicle Not Dropped
    • Maldescended Testicle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q5310: Unspecified undescended testicle, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Torsion
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Twisted testicle
    • Testicle twisting
    • Torsion of testis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N4400: Torsion of testis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
    • Bladder Disease
    • Neurogenic Bladder
    • Bladder Control Issues
    • Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does Dr. Jerkins perform?

    As a Pediatric Urologist, Dr. Jerkins performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Jerkins. 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:

    • Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
    • Adult Circumcision
    • Childhood Circumcision
    • Foreskin Removal Surgery
    • Non-Clamp Circumcision

    CPT Codes:

    • 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age

    Also known as:

    • Undescended Testicle Surgery
    • Testicle Lesion Removal
    • Orchiopexy
    • Testicular Fixation
    • Cryptorchidism Repair
    • Inguinal Orchiopexy
    • Extraparenchymal Testis Lesion Excision
    • Testicular Mass Removal
    • Lesion Excision from Outside Testicle

    CPT Codes:

    • 54640: Orchiopexy, inguinal or scrotal approach
    • 54512: Excision of extraparenchymal lesion of testis

    Also known as:

    • Repair of Incomplete Circumcision
    • Circumcision Revision
    • Foreskin Repair Surgery
    • Incomplete Circumcision Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 54163: Repair incomplete circumcision

    Also known as:

    • Penile Straightening Surgery (Chordee Repair)
    • Chordee Repair
    • Hypospadias Repair
    • Penile Curvature Correction
    • Urethral Mobilization for Chordee

    CPT Codes:

    • 54300: Plastic operation of penis for straightening of chordee (eg, hypospadias), with or without mobilization of urethra

    Also known as:

    • Removing Penile Adhesions After Circumcision
    • Post-Circumcision Adhesion Release
    • Penile Adhesiolysis
    • Circumcision Scar Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 54162: Lysis or excision of penile post-circumcision adhesions

    Also known as:

    • Pudendal Nerve Block
    • Pudendal Nerve Injection
    • Pelvic Pain Injection
    • Nerve Block for Pelvic Pain
    • Anesthetic Pudendal Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64430: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; pudendal nerve

    Also known as:

    • Ilioinguinal/Iliohypogastric Nerve Block
    • Groin Nerve Block
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Injection
    • Ilioinguinal Nerve Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64425: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; ilioinguinal, iliohypogastric nerves

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair for Children
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Groin Hernia Repair in Kids
    • Hernia Surgery for Infants
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49500: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 6 months to younger than 5 years, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
    • Exploratory Laparoscopy
    • Abdominal Scope
    • Peritoneal Biopsy
    • Omentum Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Jerkins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jerkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 751-0500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jerkins accept in Germantown, TN?

    Dr. Jerkins in Germantown, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Express Scripts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Jerkins' office located?

    Dr. Gerald Jerkins' Primary Practice

    1920 Kirby Pkwy Ste 102

    Germantown, TN 38138

    (901) 751-0500

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    Dr. Gerald Jerkins' Practice 2

    51 N Dunlap St Ste 100

    Memphis, TN 38105

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

    Dr. Jerkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306901012.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jerkins?

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

    What is Dr. Gerald Jerkins's specialty?

    Dr. Jerkins is a Pediatric Urologist near Germantown, TN. Pediatric Surgeons are the health care professionals who can diagnose, treat, and manage children's urinary and genital problems. They dedicate at least 50% of their practice to the urological needs of infants, children, and adolescents. They offer health services such as Evaluation and management of voiding disorders; Vesicoureteral reflux, and urinary tract infections that require surgery; Surgical reconstruction of the urinary tract (including kidneys, ureters, and bladder) to address genital abnormalities, hypospadias, and intersex conditions; Surgery for childhood and adolescent groin conditions, such as undescended testes, hydrocele/hernia, and varicocele. Contact Dr. Jerkins to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gerald Jerkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Jerkins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Gerald Jerkins accepting new patients in Germantown, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Jerkins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerald Jerkins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jerkins's office at (901) 751-0500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gerald Jerkins?

    Please contact Dr. Jerkins's office at (901) 751-0500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Jerkins have?

    Dr. Gerald Jerkins is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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