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Dr. Joshua Puhr, MD

Dr. Joshua Puhr, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Johnson City, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Puhr, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Johnson City, TN?

    Dr. Joshua Puhr, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Johnson City, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Puhr graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Health Systems, Pitt County Memorial Hospital. He is a member of the Christian Medical and Dental Association, American Board of Internal Medicine, American College of Physicians, American College of Emergency Physicians, and American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Puhr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puhr’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puhr’s office at (423) 431-6111.

    Where did Dr. Puhr go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Health Systems, Pitt County Memorial Hospital | Karen Hillenbrand, MD, Program Director

    • Medical School: East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Puhr board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Puhr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Emergency Medicine since 2010, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2009

    What languages does Dr. Puhr speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Puhr typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Puhr 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. Puhr. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Puhr typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Puhr may include:

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

    Does Dr. Puhr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Puhr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 431-6111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Puhr accept in Johnson City, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

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    Where is Dr. Puhr's office located?

    Emergency Department

    400 N State of Franklin Rd

    Johnson City, TN 37604

    (423) 431-6111

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    Dr. Joshua Puhr's Practice 2

    100 15th St NW

    Norton, VA 24273

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    Dr. Joshua Puhr's Practice 3

    312 Hospital Dr

    Clintwood, VA 24228

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    What hospitals are Dr. Puhr affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Puhr has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lee County Community Hospital,Pennington Gap, VA
    Dickenson Community Hospital,Clintwood, VA
    Lonesome Pine Hospital,Big Stone Gap, VA
    Lee County Community Hospital,Pennington Gap, VA
    Holston Valley Medical Center,Kingsport, TN

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of Christian Medical and Dental Association

    • Diplomate of American Board of Internal Medicine

    • Member of American College of Physicians

    • Member of American College of Emergency Physicians

    • Diplomate of American Board of Emergency Medicine

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

    Dr. Puhr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184645277.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puhr?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Puhr's specialty?

    Dr. Puhr is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Johnson City, TN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Puhr is affiliated with Pikeville Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Joshua Puhr accepting new patients in Johnson City, TN?

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

    Does Dr. Joshua Puhr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Puhr's office at (423) 431-6111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Puhr's office at (423) 431-6111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Puhr's office located?

    Dr. Puhr's offices are located in Johnson City, TN, Norton, VA, and Clintwood, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Puhr have?

    Dr. Joshua Puhr is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.