15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fentress, Internist in Bowling Green, KY?
Dr. Darren Fentress, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bowling Green, KY. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Fentress is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fentress’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fentress’s office at (270) 790-5550.
Is Dr. Fentress board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Darren Fentress, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fentress speak?
Dr. Fentress and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Fentress typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Fentress 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. Fentress. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Fentress typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Darren Fentress may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Fentress' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fentress accept my insurance?
Dr. Fentress accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 790-5550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fentress accept in Bowling Green, KY?
Dr. Fentress in Bowling Green, KY 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 Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
Selman and company
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Where is Dr. Fentress' office located?
Dr. Darren Fentress' Primary Practice
1801 Ashley Cir Ste 535
Bowling Green, KY 42104
(270) 790-5550
What is Dr. Fentress's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fentress's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407986524.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fentress?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fentress
What is Dr. Darren Fentress's specialty?
Dr. Fentress is a Internist near Bowling Green, KY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Darren Fentress affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fentress is affiliated with Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital, Frankfort Regional Medical Center, The Medical Center At Bowling Green 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Darren Fentress accepting new patients in Bowling Green, KY?
Yes, Dr. Darren Fentress is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darren Fentress offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fentress's office at (270) 790-5550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darren Fentress?
Please contact Dr. Fentress's office at (270) 790-5550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Darren Fentress have?
Dr. Darren Fentress is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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