37 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Parks, Rheumatologist in Saint Louis, MO?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Parks?
Dr. Deborah Parks, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Parks empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthritis, Lupus/SLE, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis, MO community, Dr. Parks is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Parks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Rheumatology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky
Is Dr. Parks board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Parks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Parks speak?
Dr. Parks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Parks typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Parks 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. Parks. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
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
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Parks typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Parks performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Parks. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Parks accept my insurance?
Dr. Parks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 286-2635 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Parks accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Parks in Saint Louis, MO 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
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Parks' office located?
Dr. Deborah Parks' Primary Practice
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(314) 286-2635
What hospitals are Dr. Parks affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Parks has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Parks's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922052919.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parks