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Dr. James Tompkins, MD

Byrdstown, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tompkins, Family Medicine Specialist in Byrdstown, TN?

    Dr. James Tompkins, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Byrdstown, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tompkins graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine. Dr. Tompkins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tompkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tompkins’s office at (931) 864-3232.

    Where did Dr. Tompkins go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. James Tompkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tompkins speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

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

    • Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • B Vitamins
    • B12 Anemia
    • Dietary B12 Anemia
    • Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
    • Pernicious Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D518: Other vitamin B12 deficiency anemias
    • D510: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to intrinsic factor deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Tompkins may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tompkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tompkins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tompkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (931) 864-3232 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tompkins accept in Byrdstown, TN?

    Dr. Tompkins in Byrdstown, 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

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Tompkins' office located?

    Dr. James Tompkins' Primary Practice

    601 W Main St

    Byrdstown, TN 38549

    (931) 864-3232

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    Dr. James Tompkins' Practice 2

    1 Medical Center Blvd

    Cookeville, TN 38501

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

    Dr. Tompkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508057159.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tompkins?

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

    What is Dr. James Tompkins's specialty?

    Dr. Tompkins is a Family Medicine Specialist near Byrdstown, TN.

    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. James Tompkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tompkins is affiliated with Cookeville Regional Medical Center, Livingston Regional Hospital, Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford 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 James Tompkins accepting new patients in Byrdstown, TN?

    Yes, Dr. James Tompkins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Tompkins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tompkins's office at (931) 864-3232 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Tompkins?

    Please contact Dr. Tompkins's office at (931) 864-3232 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Tompkins have?

    Dr. James Tompkins is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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