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Dr. Willus Horne, MD

Laurel, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Horne, Internist in Laurel, MS?

    Dr. Willus Horne, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Laurel, MS. He is board certified. Dr. Horne graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at Erlanger Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Horne is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Horne’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Horne’s office at (601) 649-2863.

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

    • Residency: Erlanger Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | ERLANGER MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University of Mississippi School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Horne board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Willus Horne, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Horne speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Horne typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Horne 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. Horne. 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:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Osteoporosis Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone Density Test
    • Bone Health Screening
    • DEXA Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Horne typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Horne performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Horne. 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:

    • Routine Nail Trimming
    • Medical Nail Care
    • Podiatric Nail Trimming
    • Foot Nail Clipping
    • Therapeutic Nail Trimming

    CPT Codes:

    • 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Horne accept my insurance?

    Dr. Horne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 649-2863 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Horne accept in Laurel, MS?

    Dr. Horne in Laurel, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Horne's office located?

    Dr. Willus Horne's Primary Practice

    1203 Jefferson St

    Laurel, MS 39440

    (601) 649-2863

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

    Dr. Horne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417961012.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Horne?

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

    What is Dr. Willus Horne's specialty?

    Dr. Horne is a Internist near Laurel, MS.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Willus Horne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Horne is affiliated with South Central Regional Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Ochsner Rush Medical Center 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

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    Is Willus Horne accepting new patients in Laurel, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Willus Horne is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Willus Horne offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Horne's office at (601) 649-2863 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Willus Horne?

    Please contact Dr. Horne's office at (601) 649-2863 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Willus Horne have?

    Dr. Willus Horne is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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