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Dr. Joseph Caruso, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Internist

Brentwood, TN

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Caruso, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brentwood, TN?

    Dr. Joseph Caruso, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brentwood, TN. He has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Caruso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caruso’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caruso’s office at (478) 951-0896.

    What languages does Dr. Caruso speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Caruso typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Caruso 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. Caruso. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Belly Button Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pain around navel
    • Periumbilical discomfort
    • Umbilical pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1033: Periumbilical pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Caruso typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Caruso may include:

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

    Does Dr. Caruso accept my insurance?

    Dr. Caruso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 951-0896 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Caruso accept in Brentwood, TN?

    Dr. Caruso in Brentwood, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Choice

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Caruso's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Caruso's Primary Practice

    2000 Health Park Dr

    Brentwood, TN 37027

    (478) 951-0896

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

    Dr. Caruso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174703862.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caruso?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Caruso's specialty?

    Dr. Caruso is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brentwood, TN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Joseph Caruso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Caruso is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital - Livingston, Tx 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Joseph Caruso accepting new patients in Brentwood, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Caruso is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Caruso offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Caruso's office at (478) 951-0896 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Caruso?

    Please contact Dr. Caruso's office at (478) 951-0896 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Caruso's office located?

    Dr. Caruso's office is located in Brentwood, TN.