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Who is Dr. Rivers, Internist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. James Rivers, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rivers graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at University of Tennessee Program. Dr. Rivers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivers’s office at (865) 524-1631.
Where did Dr. Rivers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Tennessee Program
Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
What languages does Dr. Rivers speak?
Dr. Rivers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Rivers typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Rivers 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. Rivers. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Rivers typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Rivers may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Rivers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rivers accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 524-1631 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivers accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Rivers in Knoxville, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rivers' office located?
Dr. James Rivers' Primary Practice
1819 Clinch Ave Ste 114
Knoxville, TN 37916
(865) 524-1631
What is Dr. Rivers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033150461.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivers
What is Dr. James Rivers's specialty?
Dr. Rivers is a Internist near Knoxville, TN.
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. James Rivers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rivers is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Rivers accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Rivers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Rivers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivers's office at (865) 524-1631 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Rivers?
Please contact Dr. Rivers's office at (865) 524-1631 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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