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Dr. Joshua Murphy, MD

Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Sweetwater, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Murphy, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Sweetwater, TN?

    Dr. Joshua Murphy, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Sweetwater, TN. Dr. Murphy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murphy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murphy’s office at (865) 213-8510.

    What languages does Dr. Murphy speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Murphy typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Murphy 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. Murphy. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L8990: Pressure ulcer of unspecified site, unspecified stage

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Murphy typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Murphy performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Murphy. 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:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Murphy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Murphy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 213-8510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Murphy accept in Sweetwater, TN?

    Dr. Murphy in Sweetwater, 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 Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Murphy's office located?

    Dr. Joshua Murphy's Primary Practice

    304 Church St

    Sweetwater, TN 37874

    (865) 213-8510

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

    Dr. Murphy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821203357.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murphy?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Murphy's specialty?

    Dr. Murphy is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Sweetwater, TN.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is Dr. Joshua Murphy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Murphy is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, The University Of Tennessee Medical Center, Parkwest Medical Center 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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. Joshua Murphy accepting new patients in Sweetwater, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Murphy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Murphy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Murphy's office at (865) 213-8510 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua Murphy?

    Please contact Dr. Murphy's office at (865) 213-8510 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Murphy's office located?

    Dr. Murphy's office is located in Sweetwater, TN.