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Who is Dr. Cornelius, Infectious Disease Specialist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Tuhina Cornelius, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Cornelius is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cornelius’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cornelius’s office at (901) 681-0778.
What languages does Dr. Cornelius speak?
Dr. Cornelius and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Cornelius treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Cornelius 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. Cornelius. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
- Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
- M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Infected Left Knee Replacement
- Infected Right Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Left Knee Implant
- Left Knee Arthroplasty Infection
- Right Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Right Knee Implant
- Right Knee Arthroplasty Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8454XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal left knee prosthesis, initial encounter
- T8453XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal right knee prosthesis, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Amputation Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Limb Loss
- Post-amputation care
- Limb loss recovery
- Amputee rehabilitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
Also known as:
- Liver Abscess
- Abscess
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic abscess
- Pus in liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- K750: Abscess of liver
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Spinal Disc Inflammation
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Discitis
- Inflamed Spinal Disc
- Intervertebral Disc Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4646: Discitis, unspecified, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Brain Abscess
- Abscess
- Brain Disease
- Brain Infection
- Cerebral Abscess
- Intracranial Granuloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G060: Intracranial abscess and granuloma
Which procedures does Dr. Cornelius perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Tuhina Cornelius may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cornelius' office.
Does Dr. Cornelius accept my insurance?
Dr. Cornelius accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 681-0778 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cornelius accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Cornelius in Memphis, 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 Mississippi
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cornelius' office located?
Dr. Tuhina Cornelius' Primary Practice
6029 Walnut Grove Rd Ste 209
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 681-0778
What is Dr. Cornelius's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cornelius's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538680590.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cornelius?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cornelius
What is Dr. Tuhina Cornelius's specialty?
Dr. Cornelius is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Memphis, TN.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Cornelius to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Tuhina Cornelius affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cornelius is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ummc Grenada 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Tuhina Cornelius accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Tuhina Cornelius is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tuhina Cornelius offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cornelius's office at (901) 681-0778 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tuhina Cornelius?
Please contact Dr. Cornelius's office at (901) 681-0778 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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