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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Braggs, Rheumatologist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Natalie Braggs, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Braggs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Braggs’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Braggs’s office at (423) 362-7990.
Is Dr. Braggs board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Natalie Braggs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Braggs speak?
Dr. Braggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Braggs treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Braggs 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. Braggs. 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.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (Seronegative)
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Autoimmune Arthritis
- Seronegative RA
- RA without RF
- Inflammatory Arthritis (RF negative)
- Rheumatoid Factor Negative Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M05741: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of right hand without organ or systems involvement
- M06041: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, right hand
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Other Forms of Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
- Secondary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
- M818: Other osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Pseudogout
- Gout
- Chondrocalcinosis
- CPPD Disease
- Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1120: Other chondrocalcinosis, unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Braggs perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Natalie Braggs may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Braggs' office.
Does Dr. Braggs accept my insurance?
Dr. Braggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 362-7990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Braggs accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Braggs in Chattanooga, 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Braggs' office located?
Dr. Natalie Braggs' Primary Practice
725 Glenwood Dr Ste E884
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 362-7990
Dr. Natalie Braggs' Practice 2
2525 Desales Ave Ste 200
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 698-8692
Dr. Natalie Braggs' Practice 3
5600 Brainerd Rd Ste 500
Chattanooga, TN 37411
(423) 495-6870
What is Dr. Braggs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Braggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477764322.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Braggs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Braggs
What is Dr. Natalie Braggs's specialty?
Dr. Braggs is a Rheumatologist near Chattanooga, TN. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Braggs to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Natalie Braggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Braggs is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness Hospital, CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - Hixson 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Natalie Braggs accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Natalie Braggs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Natalie Braggs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Braggs's office at (423) 362-7990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Natalie Braggs?
Please contact Dr. Braggs's office at (423) 362-7990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Natalie Braggs have?
Dr. Natalie Braggs is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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