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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tucker, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lima, OH?
Dr. William Tucker, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lima, OH with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tucker graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Emergency Medicine Swedish Covenant Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year Columbus Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Tucker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tucker’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tucker’s office at (419) 226-9887.
Where did Dr. Tucker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Emergency Medicine Swedish Covenant Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year Columbus Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Rush Med Coll of Rush University, Chicago Il | New York Medical College
Is Dr. Tucker board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. William Tucker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tucker speak?
Dr. Tucker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tucker typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tucker 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. Tucker. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tucker typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Tucker may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Tucker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tucker accept my insurance?
Dr. Tucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 226-9887 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tucker accept in Lima, OH?
Dr. Tucker in Lima, OH 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
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Tucker's office located?
What is Dr. Tucker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316986805.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tucker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tucker
What is Dr. William Tucker's specialty?
Dr. Tucker is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lima, OH.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. William Tucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tucker is affiliated with Kettering Health Hamilton, Lake Cumberland Regional 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Tucker accepting new patients in Lima, OH?
Yes, Dr. William Tucker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Tucker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (419) 226-9887 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Tucker?
Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (419) 226-9887 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Tucker have?
Dr. William Tucker is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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