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Who is Dr. Dent, Infectious Disease Specialist in Columbia, MO?
Dr. James Dent is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO. Dr. Dent is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dent’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dent’s office at (573) 882-3107.
What languages does Dr. Dent speak?
Dr. Dent and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Dent typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Dent 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. Dent. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Dent typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Dent 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. Dent. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Dent accept my insurance?
Dr. Dent accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 882-3107 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dent accept in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Dent in Columbia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Group Benefit Services
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dent's office located?
What is Dr. Dent's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912358854.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dent?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dent
What is Dr. James Dent's specialty?
Dr. Dent is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Columbia, MO.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. James Dent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dent is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hermann Area District Hospital, Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare - Hospital, Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital, Bothwell Regional Health 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Dent accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?
Yes, Dr. James Dent is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Dent offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dent's office at (573) 882-3107 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Dent?
Please contact Dr. Dent's office at (573) 882-3107 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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