44 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Guess, Family Medicine Specialist in Tiptonville, TN?
Dr. Carol Guess, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tiptonville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 44 years. Dr. Guess graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Missouri-Columbia Program. Dr. Guess is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guess’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guess’s office.
Where did Dr. Guess go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Missouri-Columbia Program
Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Guess speak?
Dr. Guess and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Guess typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Guess 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. Guess. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Guess typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carol Guess may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Guess' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Guess accept my insurance?
Dr. Guess accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guess accept in Tiptonville, TN?
Dr. Guess in Tiptonville, 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)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Guess' office located?
What is Dr. Guess's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992848816.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guess?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guess
What is Dr. Carol Guess's specialty?
Dr. Guess is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tiptonville, 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. Carol Guess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guess is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital 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 Carol Guess accepting new patients in Tiptonville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Carol Guess is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carol Guess offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guess's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carol Guess?
Please contact Dr. Guess's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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