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Who is Dr. Puckett, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Megan Puckett, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Puckett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puckett’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puckett’s office at (801) 581-2628.
What languages does Dr. Puckett speak?
Dr. Puckett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Puckett treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Puckett 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. Puckett. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Frontotemporal Neurocognitive Disorder
- Dementia
- FTD
- Frontal Lobe Dementia
- Behavioral Variant FTD
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3109: Other frontotemporal neurocognitive disorder
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
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:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- Pernicious Anemia
- B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D510: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to intrinsic factor deficiency
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Puckett perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Megan Puckett may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Puckett's office.
Does Dr. Puckett accept my insurance?
Dr. Puckett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 581-2628 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puckett accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Puckett in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
Molina
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Puckett's office located?
Dr. Megan Puckett's Primary Practice
1950 Circle of Hope Dr
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
(801) 581-2628
Dr. Megan Puckett's Practice 2
30 N 1900 E Rm 4C116
Salt Lake City, UT 84132
(402) 416-1894
What is Dr. Puckett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puckett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811341597.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puckett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puckett
What is Dr. Megan Puckett's specialty?
Dr. Puckett is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Salt Lake City, UT. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Puckett to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Megan Puckett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Puckett is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Of Utah Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Megan Puckett accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Megan Puckett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Megan Puckett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puckett's office at (801) 581-2628 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Megan Puckett?
Please contact Dr. Puckett's office at (801) 581-2628 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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