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Dr. Sanjay Thakur, MD

Dr. Sanjay Thakur, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Knoxville, TN

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thakur, Family Medicine Specialist in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Sanjay Thakur, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Thakur graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine and completed his residency at E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Thakur is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thakur’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thakur’s office.

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

    • Residency: E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Family Medicine | East Tennessee State University Program

    • Medical School: A N Magadh Med Coll- Magadh Univ- Gaya- Bihar- India | East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Thakur board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sanjay Thakur, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Thakur speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thakur typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Thakur 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. Thakur. 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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • History of Falls
    • Falls
    • Previous falls
    • Recurrent falls
    • Risk of falling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9181: History of falling

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    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:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thakur typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sanjay Thakur may include:

    Please contact Dr. Thakur's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Thakur accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thakur accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thakur accept in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Thakur 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 Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thakur's office located?

    Dr. Sanjay Thakur's Primary Practice

    220 Fort Sanders West Blvd Ste 200 Bldg 2

    Knoxville, TN 37922

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    What hospitals are Dr. Thakur affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Thakur has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Covenant Health - Methodist Medical Center,Oak Ridge, TN
    Roane Medical Center,Harriman, TN
    Cumberland Medical Center,Crossville, TN

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

    Dr. Thakur's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699816074.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thakur?

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

    What is Dr. Sanjay Thakur's specialty?

    Dr. Thakur is a Family Medicine Specialist near Knoxville, 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 Dr. Sanjay Thakur affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thakur is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, The University Of Tennessee Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Sanjay Thakur accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Sanjay Thakur is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sanjay Thakur offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thakur's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sanjay Thakur?

    Please contact Dr. Thakur's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thakur's office located?

    Dr. Thakur's office is located in Knoxville, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sanjay Thakur have?

    Dr. Sanjay Thakur is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.