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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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. 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 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Knight typically treat?
As an 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. 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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Knight typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Russell Knight may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Knight's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Federal government of the United States
Group Administrators Ltd
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Knight's office located?
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.
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 this Dr. Russell Knight affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Knight is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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