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Dr. John Mesmer, MD

Oak Ridge, TN

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mesmer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Oak Ridge, TN?

    Dr. John Mesmer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oak Ridge, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Mesmer completed his residency at Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Internal Medicine. Dr. Mesmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mesmer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mesmer’s office at (865) 373-1000.

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

    • Residency: Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Internal Medicine | Regional Med Center At Memphis

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn

    Is Dr. Mesmer board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Mesmer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Mesmer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mesmer treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mesmer 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. Mesmer. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Which procedures does Dr. Mesmer perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Mesmer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mesmer's office.

    Does Dr. Mesmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mesmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 373-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mesmer accept in Oak Ridge, TN?

    Dr. Mesmer in Oak Ridge, 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

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mesmer's office located?

    Dr. John Mesmer's Primary Practice

    990 Oak Ridge Tpke

    Oak Ridge, TN 37830

    (865) 373-1000

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    Dr. John Mesmer's Practice 2

    9352 Park West Blvd

    Knoxville, TN 37923

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

    Dr. Mesmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518914951.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mesmer?

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

    What is Dr. John Mesmer's specialty?

    Dr. Mesmer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Oak Ridge, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Mesmer to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Mesmer is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, The University of Tennessee Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is John Mesmer accepting new patients in Oak Ridge, TN?

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

    Does Dr. John Mesmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mesmer's office at (865) 373-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Mesmer?

    Please contact Dr. Mesmer's office at (865) 373-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Mesmer have?

    Dr. John Mesmer is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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