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Dr. Wendy Tipton, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Kingsport, TN

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tipton, Family Medicine Specialist in Kingsport, TN?

    Dr. Wendy Tipton, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kingsport, TN. She is board certified. Dr. Tipton completed her residency at Carilion Health System, Family Medicine. Dr. Tipton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tipton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tipton’s office at (423) 230-2420.

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

    • Residency: Carilion Health System, Family Medicine

    Is Dr. Tipton board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Tipton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tipton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tipton typically treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tipton typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Wendy Tipton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tipton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tipton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tipton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 230-2420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tipton accept in Kingsport, TN?

    Dr. Tipton in Kingsport, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tipton's office located?

    Dr. Wendy Tipton's Primary Practice

    105 W Stone Dr Ste 1F

    Kingsport, TN 37660

    (423) 230-2420

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

    Dr. Tipton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659374601.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tipton?

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

    What is Dr. Wendy Tipton's specialty?

    Dr. Tipton is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kingsport, TN.

    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 Dr. Wendy Tipton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Tipton 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Wendy Tipton accepting new patients in Kingsport, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Tipton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wendy Tipton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tipton's office at (423) 230-2420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wendy Tipton?

    Please contact Dr. Tipton's office at (423) 230-2420 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tipton's office located?

    Dr. Tipton's office is located in Kingsport, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wendy Tipton have?

    Dr. Wendy Tipton is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.