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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caldwell, Internist in Poplar Bluff, MO?
Dr. Fred Caldwell, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Poplar Bluff, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Caldwell completed his residency at University Hospital Of Arkansas. Dr. Caldwell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caldwell’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caldwell’s office at (573) 727-5500.
Where did Dr. Caldwell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hospital Of Arkansas
Medical School: University of Arkansas College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Caldwell speak?
Dr. Caldwell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Caldwell typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Caldwell 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. Caldwell. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Caldwell typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Caldwell 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. Caldwell. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Caldwell accept my insurance?
Dr. Caldwell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 727-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caldwell accept in Poplar Bluff, MO?
Dr. Caldwell in Poplar Bluff, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Caldwell's office located?
Dr. Fred Caldwell's Primary Practice
225 Physicians Park Ste 400
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
(573) 727-5500
What is Dr. Caldwell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caldwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558308239.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caldwell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caldwell
What is Dr. Fred Caldwell's specialty?
Dr. Caldwell is a Internist near Poplar Bluff, MO.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Fred Caldwell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caldwell is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center - Cape Girardeau, Mo, Mercy Hospital Southeast, Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Fred Caldwell accepting new patients in Poplar Bluff, MO?
Yes, Dr. Fred Caldwell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fred Caldwell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caldwell's office at (573) 727-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fred Caldwell?
Please contact Dr. Caldwell's office at (573) 727-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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