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Dr. Joseph Bauer, DO

Nashville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bauer, Hospitalist in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Joseph Bauer, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN. Dr. Bauer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bauer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bauer’s office at (470) 956-2020.

    What languages does Dr. Bauer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bauer typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bauer 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. Bauer. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bauer typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Bauer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bauer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bauer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (470) 956-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bauer accept in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Bauer in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Not Specified

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    Where is Dr. Bauer's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Bauer's Primary Practice

    391 Wallace Rd

    Nashville, TN 37211

    (470) 956-2020

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

    Dr. Bauer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134680895.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bauer?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Bauer's specialty?

    Dr. Bauer is a Hospitalist near Nashville, TN.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Bauer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bauer is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Unc Health Johnston Clayton, Unc Health Rex, Duke University Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Joseph Bauer accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Bauer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Bauer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bauer's office at (470) 956-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Bauer?

    Please contact Dr. Bauer's office at (470) 956-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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