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23 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Perkinson, Family Medicine Specialist in Nevada, MO?
Dr. Byron Perkinson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Nevada, MO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Perkinson graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Natividad Med Ctr, Family Practice Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Family Practice. Dr. Perkinson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perkinson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perkinson’s office at (775) 623-5222.
Where did Dr. Perkinson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Natividad Med Ctr, Family Practice Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Family Practice | Natividad Medical Center Program
Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Perkinson speak?
Dr. Perkinson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Perkinson typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Perkinson 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. Perkinson. 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:
- Diet-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Gestational diabetes managed by diet
- Pregnancy diabetes diet control
- GDM diet management
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24410: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, diet controlled
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Normal Pregnancy Supervision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Perkinson typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Perkinson 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. Perkinson. 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:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Does Dr. Perkinson accept my insurance?
Dr. Perkinson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 623-5222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perkinson accept in Nevada, MO?
Dr. Perkinson in Nevada, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Perkinson's office located?
What is Dr. Perkinson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perkinson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104854660.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perkinson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perkinson
What is Dr. Byron Perkinson's specialty?
Dr. Perkinson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Nevada, MO.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Byron Perkinson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Perkinson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nevada Regional Medical Center - Wound Care Clinic, Cherokee Regional Medical Center. 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Byron Perkinson accepting new patients in Nevada, MO?
Yes, Dr. Byron Perkinson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Byron Perkinson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perkinson's office at (775) 623-5222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Byron Perkinson?
Please contact Dr. Perkinson's office at (775) 623-5222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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