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Dr. Jeffrey Caughran, MD
Chattanooga, TN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caughran, Medical Oncologist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Jeffrey Caughran, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN. Dr. Caughran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caughran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caughran’s office at (423) 495-2525.
What languages does Dr. Caughran speak?
Dr. Caughran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Caughran typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Caughran 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. Caughran. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Caughran typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Caughran may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Caughran's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Caughran accept my insurance?
Dr. Caughran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 495-2525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caughran accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Caughran in Chattanooga, 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 Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Caughran's office located?
Dr. Jeffrey Caughran's Primary Practice
2525 Desales Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 495-2525
What is Dr. Caughran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caughran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700177482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caughran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caughran
What is Dr. Jeffrey Caughran's specialty?
Dr. Caughran is a Medical Oncologist near Chattanooga, TN.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Caughran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caughran is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center 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
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jeffrey Caughran accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Caughran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Caughran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caughran's office at (423) 495-2525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Caughran?
Please contact Dr. Caughran's office at (423) 495-2525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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