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Dr. Donald Parker, MD

Knoxville, TN

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Parker, Family Medicine Specialist in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Donald Parker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Parker graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Parker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parker’s office at (865) 524-1661.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, Family Medicine | East Tennessee State University Program

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    Is Dr. Parker board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Parker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Parker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Parker treat?

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

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    Which procedures does Dr. Parker perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Donald Parker may include:

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

    Does Dr. Parker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 524-1661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Parker 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 Michigan

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • PreferredOne

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Univera Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Parker's office located?

    Dr. Donald Parker's Primary Practice

    7541 Crosswood Blvd Ste 1

    Knoxville, TN 37924

    (865) 524-1661

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    Dr. Donald Parker's Practice 2

    9333 Park West Blvd

    Knoxville, TN 37923

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    Dr. Donald Parker's Practice 3

    641 Middle Creek Rd

    Sevierville, TN 37862

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

    Dr. Parker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477599413.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parker?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Parker's specialty?

    Dr. Parker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Knoxville, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Parker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Donald Parker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Parker 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Donald Parker accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Parker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Parker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parker's office at (865) 524-1661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Parker?

    Please contact Dr. Parker's office at (865) 524-1661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Parker have?

    Dr. Donald Parker is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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