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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smythe, Internist in Yuma, AZ?
Dr. Robert Smythe, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Yuma, AZ. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Smythe graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine. Dr. Smythe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smythe’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smythe’s office at (928) 341-0700.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Smythe?
Dr. Robert Smythe, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Smythe empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cholesterol/Lipid Disorders, Diabetes, Hypertension, Preventive Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Yuma/AZ community, Dr. Smythe is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Smythe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smythe speak?
Dr. Smythe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Smythe treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Smythe 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. Smythe. 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:
- Obesity
- Overweight
- Severe Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E663: Overweight
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Hormone Replacement Therapy
- HRT
- Hormone therapy
- Menopausal hormone treatment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79890: Hormone replacement therapy
Which procedures does Dr. Smythe perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Smythe may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Smythe's office.
Does Dr. Smythe accept my insurance?
Dr. Smythe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (928) 341-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smythe accept in Yuma, AZ?
Dr. Smythe in Yuma, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Central Health
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Motor Club of America
SGS North America Inc
Trustmark Insurance Company
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Smythe's office located?
What is Dr. Smythe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smythe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306874607.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smythe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smythe
What is Dr. Robert Smythe's specialty?
Dr. Smythe is a Internist near Yuma, AZ.
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.
Contact Dr. Smythe to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Robert Smythe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smythe is affiliated with Yuma Regional Medical Center 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 Internist?
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Is Robert Smythe accepting new patients in Yuma, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Robert Smythe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Smythe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smythe's office at (928) 341-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Smythe?
Please contact Dr. Smythe's office at (928) 341-0700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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