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Dr. James Tucker, MD
Flowood, MS
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tucker, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Flowood, MS?
Dr. James Tucker, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Flowood, MS with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pathology and American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Tucker graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Tucker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tucker’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tucker’s office at (601) 936-9190.
Where did Dr. Tucker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology | University Hospital | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University Of Ms Sch Of Medicine | University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Is Dr. Tucker board certified in Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Tucker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology , American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Tucker speak?
Dr. Tucker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tucker treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tucker 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. Tucker. 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:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
- Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
- Geriatric multigravida care
- Older mom with previous pregnancies
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
Also known as:
- Preterm Labor
- Premature Labor
- Early Labor
- Threatened Preterm Labor
ICD-10 Codes:
- O6003: Preterm labor without delivery, third trimester
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Chronic hypertension in pregnancy
- Essential hypertension complicating pregnancy
- Hypertension during gestation
- Pre-existing high blood pressure in pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O10013: Pre-existing essential hypertension complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Severe Preeclampsia During Childbirth
- Severe Preeclampsia in Labor
- Advanced Preeclampsia During Delivery
- High-Risk Preeclampsia Complicating Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- O1414: Severe pre-eclampsia complicating childbirth
Also known as:
- Vomiting During Pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Pregnancy Vomiting
- Morning Sickness
- Emisis Gravidarum
ICD-10 Codes:
- O219: Vomiting of pregnancy, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Tucker perform?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tucker 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. Tucker. 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:
- Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum Care
- Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Obstetric Visits
CPT Codes:
- 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care Visits (4-6)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum visits
- Pregnancy check-ups
- Maternity care appointments
CPT Codes:
- 59425: Antepartum care only; 4-6 visits
Does Dr. Tucker accept my insurance?
Dr. Tucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 936-9190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tucker accept in Flowood, MS?
Dr. Tucker in Flowood, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene
Medicare
Molina
State of Mississippi
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
Transamerica Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tucker's office located?
What is Dr. Tucker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841332970.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tucker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tucker
What is Dr. James Tucker's specialty?
Dr. Tucker is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Flowood, MS. An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies. Contact Dr. Tucker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Tucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tucker is affiliated with University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC Grenada Hospital, Southwest Mississippi Regional 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
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Is James Tucker accepting new patients in Flowood, MS?
Yes, Dr. James Tucker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Tucker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (601) 936-9190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Tucker?
Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (601) 936-9190 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Tucker have?
Dr. James Tucker is certified by the American Board of Pathology and American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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