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Dr. Andrew Tyson, MD

Kingsport, TN

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tyson, Hospitalist in Kingsport, TN?

    Dr. Andrew Tyson, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Kingsport, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tyson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tyson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tyson’s office at (423) 224-3629.

    What languages does Dr. Tyson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Tyson typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Tyson 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. Tyson. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Neurological signs
    • Nerve problems
    • Brain and nerve symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Tyson typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Tyson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tyson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tyson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 224-3629 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tyson accept in Kingsport, TN?

    Dr. Tyson in Kingsport, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tyson's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Tyson's Primary Practice

    130 W Ravine Rd

    Kingsport, TN 37660

    (423) 224-3629

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    Dr. Andrew Tyson's Practice 2

    2421 N John B Dennis Hwy

    Kingsport, TN 37660

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    Dr. Andrew Tyson's Practice 3

    403 N State of Franklin Rd

    Johnson City, TN 37604

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tyson affiliated with?

    Dr. Tyson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Holston Valley Medical Center,Kingsport, TN
    Johnson City Medical Center,Johnson City, TN
    Franklin Woods Community Hospital,Johnson City, TN
    Select Specialty Hospital - Tri-Cities,Bristol, TN
    Lee County Community Hospital,Pennington Gap, VA

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

    Dr. Tyson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770018921.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tyson?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Tyson's specialty?

    Dr. Tyson is a Hospitalist near Kingsport, TN.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Andrew Tyson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Tyson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Holston Valley Medical Center, Johnson City Medical Center, Franklin Woods Community Hospital, Select Specialty Hospital - Tri-Cities, Lee County Community 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Andrew Tyson accepting new patients in Kingsport, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Tyson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Tyson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tyson's office at (423) 224-3629 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Tyson?

    Please contact Dr. Tyson's office at (423) 224-3629 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tyson's office located?

    Dr. Tyson's offices are located in Kingsport, TN and Johnson City, TN.