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Dr. David Nerness, MD

Dr. David Nerness, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Greeneville, TN

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nerness, Family Medicine Specialist in Greeneville, TN?

    Dr. David Nerness, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Greeneville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Nerness completed his residency at Florida Hospital GME. Dr. Nerness is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nerness’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nerness’s office at (423) 636-2700.

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

    • Residency: Florida Hospital GME | University of South Florida - Graduate Education

    • Medical School: Loma Linda Univ. School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nerness board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Nerness, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nerness speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nerness typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nerness 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. Nerness. 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nerness typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Nerness may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nerness accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nerness accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 636-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nerness accept in Greeneville, TN?

    Dr. Nerness in Greeneville, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Entrust Inc.

    • Federal government of the United States

    • First Administrators

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nerness' office located?

    Dr. David Nerness' Primary Practice

    1021 Coolidge St Ste 2

    Greeneville, TN 37743

    (423) 636-2700

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    Dr. David Nerness' Practice 2

    653 Merchants Greene Blvd Ste 201

    Morristown, TN 37813

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nerness affiliated with?

    Dr. Nerness has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Greeneville Community Hospital,Greeneville, TN

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

    Dr. Nerness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205870771.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nerness?

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

    What is Dr. David Nerness's specialty?

    Dr. Nerness is a Family Medicine Specialist near Greeneville, TN.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. David Nerness affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Nerness is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Greeneville Community 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. David Nerness accepting new patients in Greeneville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. David Nerness is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Nerness offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nerness' office at (423) 636-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Nerness?

    Please contact Dr. Nerness' office at (423) 636-2700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nerness' office located?

    Dr. Nerness' offices are located in Greeneville, TN and Morristown, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Nerness have?

    Dr. David Nerness is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.