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Dr. John Zubkus, MD

Murfreesboro, TN

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zubkus, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Dr. John Zubkus, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Murfreesboro, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zubkus graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zubkus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zubkus’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zubkus’s office at (615) 848-0488.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Zubkus board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Zubkus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zubkus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Zubkus treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Zubkus 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. Zubkus. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Iron
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
    • Breast Cancer
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • ER Positive Breast Cancer
    • Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
    • Estrogen-Driven Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
    • Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
    • Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
    • Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Polycythemia
    • Blood Disorder
    • High red blood cell count (secondary)
    • Excess red blood cells (secondary)
    • Acquired polycythemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D751: Secondary polycythemia

    Also known as:

    • Polycythemia vera
    • Bone Marrow Disease
    • Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
    • PV
    • Primary polycythemia
    • Erythremia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D45: Polycythemia vera

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Which procedures does Dr. Zubkus perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Zubkus may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zubkus' office.

    Does Dr. Zubkus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zubkus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 848-0488 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zubkus accept in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Dr. Zubkus in Murfreesboro, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Premier

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Zubkus' office located?

    Dr. John Zubkus' Primary Practice

    1840 Medical Center Pkwy Ste 300

    Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    (615) 848-0488

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    Dr. John Zubkus' Practice 2

    605 Glenwood Dr Ste 200

    Chattanooga, TN 37404

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    Dr. John Zubkus' Practice 3

    2200 E 3rd St Ste 100

    Chattanooga, TN 37404

    (423) 648-2388

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

    Dr. Zubkus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518919000.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zubkus?

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

    What is Dr. John Zubkus's specialty?

    Dr. Zubkus is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Murfreesboro, TN. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Zubkus to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Zubkus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zubkus is affiliated with Tristar Stonecrest Medical Center, 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

    Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

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    Is John Zubkus accepting new patients in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Yes, Dr. John Zubkus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Zubkus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zubkus's office at (615) 848-0488 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Zubkus?

    Please contact Dr. Zubkus's office at (615) 848-0488 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Zubkus have?

    Dr. John Zubkus is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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