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Dr. Jennifer Southard, MD

Boise, ID

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Southard, Family Medicine Specialist in Boise, ID?

    Dr. Jennifer Southard, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boise, ID with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Southard is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Southard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Southard’s office at (208) 302-5100.

    Is Dr. Southard board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Jennifer Southard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Southard speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Southard typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Southard 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. Southard. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Southard typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Southard performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Southard. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Southard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Southard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 302-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Southard accept in Boise, ID?

    Dr. Southard in Boise, ID 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 of Idaho Health Service

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mountain Health CO-OP

    • State of Idaho

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Southard's office located?

    Dr. Jennifer Southard's Primary Practice

    6022 W Emerald St

    Boise, ID 83704

    (208) 302-5100

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    Dr. Jennifer Southard's Practice 2

    1055 N Curtis Rd

    Boise, ID 83706

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    Dr. Jennifer Southard's Practice 3

    3025 W Cherry Ln

    Meridian, ID 83642

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

    Dr. Southard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023216538.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Southard?

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

    What is Dr. Jennifer Southard's specialty?

    Dr. Southard is a Family Medicine Specialist near Boise, ID.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Jennifer Southard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Southard is affiliated with Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center - Boise, St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, Northwest Specialty Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Jennifer Southard accepting new patients in Boise, ID?

    Yes, Dr. Jennifer Southard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jennifer Southard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Southard's office at (208) 302-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Southard?

    Please contact Dr. Southard's office at (208) 302-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Southard have?

    Dr. Jennifer Southard is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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