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Who is Dr. Sweets, Internist in Dayton, TN?
Dr. Thomas Sweets, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dayton, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sweets is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sweets’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sweets’s office at (423) 775-1121.
What languages does Dr. Sweets speak?
Dr. Sweets and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sweets typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sweets 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. Sweets. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sweets typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Sweets may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sweets' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sweets accept my insurance?
Dr. Sweets accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 775-1121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sweets accept in Dayton, TN?
Dr. Sweets in Dayton, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sweets' office located?
What is Dr. Sweets's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sweets's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174849665.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sweets?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sweets
What is Dr. Thomas Sweets's specialty?
Dr. Sweets is a Internist near Dayton, TN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Thomas Sweets affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sweets is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rhea Medical Center, Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Fort Loudoun Medical Center. 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thomas Sweets accepting new patients in Dayton, TN?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Sweets is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Sweets offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sweets's office at (423) 775-1121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Sweets?
Please contact Dr. Sweets's office at (423) 775-1121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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