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Who is Dr. Connaughton, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Athens, TN?
Dr. Sara Connaughton, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Connaughton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Connaughton’s office at (615) 751-0579.
What languages does Dr. Connaughton speak?
Dr. Connaughton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Connaughton typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Connaughton 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. Connaughton. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Nicotine Addiction
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Tobacco Addiction
- Smoking Addiction
- Vaping Addiction
- Nicotine Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Tobacco Use
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Smoking habit
- Nicotine use
- Tobacco dependency
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z720: Tobacco use
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Connaughton typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Connaughton may include:
Please contact Dr. Connaughton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Connaughton accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Connaughton's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Connaughton's office located?
What is Dr. Connaughton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Connaughton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124361647.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Connaughton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Connaughton
What is Dr. Sara Connaughton's specialty?
Dr. Connaughton is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Athens, TN.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Sara Connaughton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Connaughton 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
When to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sara Connaughton accepting new patients in Athens, TN?
Yes, Dr. Sara Connaughton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Connaughton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Connaughton's office at (615) 751-0579 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Connaughton?
Please contact Dr. Connaughton's office at (615) 751-0579 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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