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Who is Dr. Sammons, Internist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Fred Sammons, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sammons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sammons’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sammons’s office at (865) 584-4747.
What languages does Dr. Sammons speak?
Dr. Sammons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sammons treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sammons 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. Sammons. 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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
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:
- Seasonal Allergies
- Allergy
- Hay fever
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Pollen allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Which procedures does Dr. Sammons perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Fred Sammons may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sammons' office.
Does Dr. Sammons accept my insurance?
Dr. Sammons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 584-4747 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sammons accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Sammons in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sammons' office located?
Dr. Fred Sammons' Primary Practice
1225 E Weisgarber Rd Ste 200
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 584-4747
What is Dr. Sammons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sammons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114338647.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sammons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sammons
What is Dr. Fred Sammons's specialty?
Dr. Sammons is a Internist near Knoxville, 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. Sammons to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Fred Sammons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sammons is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Fort Loudoun Medical Center. 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 Fred Sammons accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Fred Sammons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fred Sammons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sammons's office at (865) 584-4747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fred Sammons?
Please contact Dr. Sammons's office at (865) 584-4747 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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