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Dr. Gary Hurt, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Knoxville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Gary Hurt, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hurt completed his residency at Saginaw Coop Hospital. Dr. Hurt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hurt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hurt’s office at (269) 762-0048.

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

    • Residency: Saginaw Coop Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Hurt speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hurt 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. Hurt. 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
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gary Hurt may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hurt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hurt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 762-0048 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hurt accept in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Hurt 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 Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • 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. Hurt's office located?

    Dr. Gary Hurt's Primary Practice

    1924 Alcoa Hwy

    Knoxville, TN 37920

    (269) 762-0048

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    Dr. Gary Hurt's Practice 2

    907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy

    Maryville, TN 37804

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    Dr. Gary Hurt's Practice 3

    742 Middle Creek Rd

    Sevierville, TN 37862

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

    Dr. Hurt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194768085.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hurt?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Hurt's specialty?

    Dr. Hurt 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. Gary Hurt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hurt is affiliated with The University Of Tennessee Medical Center, Parkwest Medical Center, Prisma Health Greenville 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

    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. Gary Hurt accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Hurt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Hurt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hurt's office at (269) 762-0048 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gary Hurt?

    Please contact Dr. Hurt's office at (269) 762-0048 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hurt's office located?

    Dr. Hurt's offices are located in Knoxville, TN, Maryville, TN, and Sevierville, TN.