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Who is Dr. Griepentrog, Trauma Surgeon in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. John Griepentrog, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Griepentrog is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griepentrog’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griepentrog’s office at (832) 325-7125.
What languages does Dr. Griepentrog speak?
Dr. Griepentrog and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Griepentrog treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Griepentrog 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. Griepentrog. 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:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2243XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, bilateral, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
- Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung with Blood
- Pleural Disorder
- Hemopneumothorax
- Blood and Air in Chest
- Traumatic Hemopneumothorax
ICD-10 Codes:
- S272XXA: Traumatic hemopneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Which procedures does Dr. Griepentrog perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. John Griepentrog may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Griepentrog's office.
Does Dr. Griepentrog accept my insurance?
Dr. Griepentrog accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 325-7125 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Griepentrog accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Griepentrog in Knoxville, 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 Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthScope
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Griepentrog's office located?
Dr. John Griepentrog's Primary Practice
1924 Alcoa Hwy # U56
Knoxville, TN 37920
(832) 325-7125
What is Dr. Griepentrog's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Griepentrog's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942643119.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griepentrog?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Griepentrog
What is Dr. John Griepentrog's specialty?
Dr. Griepentrog is a Trauma Surgeon near Knoxville, TN. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Griepentrog to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Griepentrog affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Griepentrog is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
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Is John Griepentrog accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. John Griepentrog is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Griepentrog offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Griepentrog's office at (832) 325-7125 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Griepentrog?
Please contact Dr. Griepentrog's office at (832) 325-7125 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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