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Who is Dr. Cockrum, Pediatrician in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Kara Cockrum, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cockrum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cockrum’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cockrum’s office at (843) 792-8972.
What languages does Dr. Cockrum speak?
Dr. Cockrum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cockrum treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Cockrum 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. Cockrum. 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:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
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:
- Pneumonia
- Mycoplasma Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Walking Pneumonia
- Atypical Pneumonia
- Bacterial Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J157: Pneumonia due to Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Acute Metabolic Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Sudden Acidosis
- Metabolic Acid Buildup
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8721: Acute metabolic acidosis
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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Apparent Life-Threatening Event in Infant
- ALTE
- Near-SIDS event
- Brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6813: Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE)
Also known as:
- Peritonsillar Abscess
- Abscess
- Quinsy
- Throat abscess
- Tonsil infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J36: Peritonsillar abscess
Also known as:
- Accidental Cannabis Poisoning
- Accidental Marijuana Overdose
- Unintentional Cannabis Poisoning
- Marijuana Toxicity
ICD-10 Codes:
- T40711A: Poisoning by cannabis, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Cockrum perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Kara Cockrum may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cockrum's office.
Does Dr. Cockrum accept my insurance?
Dr. Cockrum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-8972 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cockrum accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Cockrum in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AmeriBen
Atlantic Health System
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Express Scripts
HealthComp
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cockrum's office located?
What is Dr. Cockrum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cockrum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740639087.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cockrum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cockrum
What is Dr. Kara Cockrum's specialty?
Dr. Cockrum is a Pediatrician near Knoxville, TN. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Cockrum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kara Cockrum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cockrum is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital, Middlesboro Arh Hospital, Morristown - Hamblen Healthcare System. 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 Pediatrician?
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Is Kara Cockrum accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Kara Cockrum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Cockrum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cockrum's office at (843) 792-8972 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Cockrum?
Please contact Dr. Cockrum's office at (843) 792-8972 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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