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Dr. Mary-Ellen Edmiston, DO

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist

Nashville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Edmiston, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Mary-Ellen Edmiston, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN. Dr. Edmiston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edmiston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edmiston’s office at (615) 963-4800.

    What languages does Dr. Edmiston speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Edmiston typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Edmiston 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. Edmiston. 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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Edmiston typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mary-Ellen Edmiston may include:

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

    Does Dr. Edmiston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Edmiston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 963-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Edmiston's office located?

    Dr. Mary-Ellen Edmiston's Primary Practice

    1718 Patterson St

    Nashville, TN 37203

    (615) 963-4800

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

    Dr. Edmiston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427477470.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edmiston?

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

    What is Dr. Mary-Ellen Edmiston's specialty?

    Dr. Edmiston is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Nashville, TN.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?

    A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Mary-Ellen Edmiston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Edmiston is affiliated with Tristar Summit Medical Center, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford, Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center, Williamson Health 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Mary-Ellen Edmiston accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Mary-Ellen Edmiston is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mary-Ellen Edmiston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Edmiston's office at (615) 963-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mary-Ellen Edmiston?

    Please contact Dr. Edmiston's office at (615) 963-4800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Edmiston's office located?

    Dr. Edmiston's office is located in Nashville, TN.