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Who is Dr. Tumkur, Family Medicine Specialist in Bluff City, TN?
Dr. Deepika Tumkur, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bluff City, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tumkur completed her residency at Etsu. Dr. Tumkur is fluent in English, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tumkur’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tumkur’s office at (276) 386-9771.
Where did Dr. Tumkur go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Etsu
Medical School: Jnmc
Is Dr. Tumkur board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Deepika Tumkur, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tumkur speak?
Dr. Tumkur and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Kannada
Malayalam
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tumkur typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tumkur 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. Tumkur. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- Neurodegenerative Disorder
- Progressive Nerve Disease
- Nervous System Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- G319: Degenerative disease of nervous system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tumkur typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tumkur 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. Tumkur. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Tumkur accept my insurance?
Dr. Tumkur accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (276) 386-9771 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tumkur accept in Bluff City, TN?
Dr. Tumkur in Bluff City, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Rxcare of Tennessee
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tumkur's office located?
Dr. Deepika Tumkur's Primary Practice
229 Highway 19 E
Bluff City, TN 37618
(276) 386-9771
What is Dr. Tumkur's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tumkur's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366508681.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tumkur?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tumkur
What is Dr. Deepika Tumkur's specialty?
Dr. Tumkur is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bluff City, TN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Deepika Tumkur affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tumkur 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 Deepika Tumkur accepting new patients in Bluff City, TN?
Yes, Dr. Deepika Tumkur is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deepika Tumkur offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tumkur's office at (276) 386-9771 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deepika Tumkur?
Please contact Dr. Tumkur's office at (276) 386-9771 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Deepika Tumkur have?
Dr. Deepika Tumkur is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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