Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hicks, Family Medicine Specialist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. James Hicks, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN. He is board certified. Dr. Hicks graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Naval Hospital, Family Medicine. Dr. Hicks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hicks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hicks’s office at (865) 584-2146.
Where did Dr. Hicks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Hospital, Family Medicine | Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Is Dr. Hicks board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Hicks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hicks speak?
Dr. Hicks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hicks typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hicks 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. Hicks. 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:
- 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hicks typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Hicks may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Hicks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hicks accept my insurance?
Dr. Hicks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 584-2146 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hicks accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Hicks in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hicks' office located?
Dr. James Hicks' Primary Practice
1300 Old Weisgarber Rd
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 584-2146
What is Dr. Hicks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hicks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023061397.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hicks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hicks
What is Dr. James Hicks's specialty?
Dr. Hicks is a Family Medicine Specialist near Knoxville, 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 Hicks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hicks is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is James Hicks accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Hicks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Hicks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hicks's office at (865) 584-2146 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Hicks?
Please contact Dr. Hicks's office at (865) 584-2146 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Hicks have?
Dr. James Hicks is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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