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Dr. Sam Persad, MD
Franklin, KY
51 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Persad, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Franklin, KY?
Dr. Sam Persad, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Franklin, KY. He has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Persad graduated from Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Medical University of Bahrain and completed his residency at Hurley Med Ctr, General Surgery; Hurley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Persad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Persad’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Persad’s office at (270) 586-7053.
Where did Dr. Persad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hurley Med Ctr, General Surgery; Hurley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Hurley Medical Center/Michigan State University Program
Medical School: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Medical University of Bahrain
Is Dr. Persad board certified in Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
Yes, Dr. Sam Persad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Persad speak?
Dr. Persad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Persad treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Persad 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. Persad. 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:
- 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:
- Acute Pansinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Acute widespread sinus infection
- Acute inflammation of all sinuses
- Severe acute sinusitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0140: Acute pansinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression
- Dysthymia
- Persistent Depressive Disorder
- Chronic Depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F341: Dysthymic disorder
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Otitis media
- Ear infection
- Non-pus forming ear infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H65193: Other acute nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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
Which procedures does Dr. Persad perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Sam Persad may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Persad's office.
Does Dr. Persad accept my insurance?
Dr. Persad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 586-7053 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Persad accept in Franklin, KY?
Dr. Persad in Franklin, 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
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Passport Health Plan
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Persad's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Sam Persad an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Persad has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Persad, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Persad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Persad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821153677.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Persad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Persad
What is Dr. Sam Persad's specialty?
Dr. Persad is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Franklin, KY. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Persad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sam Persad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Persad is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: The Medical Center At Franklin. 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 Sam Persad accepting new patients in Franklin, KY?
Yes, Dr. Sam Persad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sam Persad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Persad's office at (270) 586-7053 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sam Persad?
Please contact Dr. Persad's office at (270) 586-7053 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sam Persad have?
Dr. Sam Persad is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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