Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Savell, Internist in Alcoa, TN?
Dr. Richard Savell, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Alcoa, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Savell graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine. Dr. Savell is fluent in English, Afrikaans, and Albanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Savell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Savell’s office at (865) 984-3864.
Where did Dr. Savell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Savell speak?
Dr. Savell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Afrikaans
Albanian
English
What conditions does Dr. Savell treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Savell 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. Savell. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, 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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- Pernicious Anemia
- B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D510: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to intrinsic factor deficiency
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Long-Term Insulin Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic insulin therapy
- Ongoing insulin treatment
- Insulin for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin
Also known as:
- Unsteady Walking (Ataxia)
- Walking Problems
- Ataxia
- Clumsy Walking
- Impaired Balance While Walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R260: Ataxic gait
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Which procedures does Dr. Savell perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Savell may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Savell's office.
Does Dr. Savell accept my insurance?
Dr. Savell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 984-3864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Savell accept in Alcoa, TN?
Dr. Savell in Alcoa, 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
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Savell's office located?
What is Dr. Savell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Savell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164475513.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Savell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Savell
What is Dr. Richard Savell's specialty?
Dr. Savell is a Internist near Alcoa, TN.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Savell to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Richard Savell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Savell is affiliated with Blount Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Richard Savell accepting new patients in Alcoa, TN?
Yes, Dr. Richard Savell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Savell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Savell's office at (865) 984-3864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Savell?
Please contact Dr. Savell's office at (865) 984-3864 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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