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Dr. Russell Knight, MD

Tupelo, MS

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Knight, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tupelo, MS?

    Dr. Russell Knight, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tupelo, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Knight completed his residency at Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Knight is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knight’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knight’s office at (662) 377-3000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms

    Is Dr. Knight board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Knight, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Knight speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Knight treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Knight 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. Knight. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Which procedures does Dr. Knight perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Russell Knight may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Knight's office.

    Does Dr. Knight accept my insurance?

    Dr. Knight accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (662) 377-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Knight accept in Tupelo, MS?

    Dr. Knight in Tupelo, MS 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

    • ASR Corporation

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Progressive

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Knight's office located?

    Dr. Russell Knight's Primary Practice

    830 S Gloster St

    Tupelo, MS 38801

    (662) 377-3000

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    Dr. Russell Knight's Practice 2

    176 S Main St

    Pontotoc, MS 38863

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    Dr. Russell Knight's Practice 3

    150 Medical Center Dr

    West Point, MS 39773

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

    Dr. Knight's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730123142.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knight?

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

    What is Dr. Russell Knight's specialty?

    Dr. Knight is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tupelo, MS. 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. Contact Dr. Knight to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Russell Knight affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Knight is affiliated with North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Russell Knight accepting new patients in Tupelo, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Knight is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Russell Knight offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Knight's office at (662) 377-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Russell Knight?

    Please contact Dr. Knight's office at (662) 377-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Russell Knight have?

    Dr. Russell Knight is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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