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Dr. Barry Cummings, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Knoxville, TN

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cummings, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Barry Cummings, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Cummings graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC. Dr. Cummings is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cummings’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cummings’s office at (865) 373-1000.

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

    • Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    What languages does Dr. Cummings speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cummings typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cummings 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. Cummings. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • Bruise on Head
    • Bruises
    • Head contusion
    • Head bump
    • Black and blue mark on head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0093XA: Contusion of unspecified part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cummings typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Barry Cummings may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cummings' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cummings accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cummings 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. Cummings accept in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Cummings in Knoxville, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cummings' office located?

    Dr. Barry Cummings' Primary Practice

    9352 Park West Blvd

    Knoxville, TN 37923

    (865) 373-1000

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

    Dr. Cummings's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972543536.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cummings?

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

    What is Dr. Barry Cummings's specialty?

    Dr. Cummings is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Knoxville, TN.

    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 Dr. Barry Cummings affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cummings is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, The University Of Tennessee Medical Center, Cookeville Regional 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Barry Cummings accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Barry Cummings is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Barry Cummings offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Barry Cummings?

    Please contact Dr. Cummings' office at (865) 373-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cummings' office located?

    Dr. Cummings' office is located in Knoxville, TN.