40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Borders, Internist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. John Borders, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Borders graduated from University of Kentucky and completed his residency at Albert B Chandler Med Center. Dr. Borders is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Borders’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Borders’s office at (859) 278-5926.
Where did Dr. Borders go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albert B Chandler Med Center
Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky | University of Kentucky
What languages does Dr. Borders speak?
Dr. Borders and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Borders treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Borders 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. Borders. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cholera
- Asiatic cholera
- Epidemic cholera
- Vibrio cholerae infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A000: Cholera due to Vibrio cholerae 01, biovar cholerae
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Which procedures does Dr. Borders perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Borders 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. Borders' office.
Does Dr. Borders accept my insurance?
Dr. Borders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 278-5926 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Borders accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Borders in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Borders' office located?
Dr. John Borders' Primary Practice
2101 Nicholasville Rd Ste 106
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 278-5926
What is Dr. Borders's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Borders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962401026.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Borders?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Borders
What is Dr. John Borders's specialty?
Dr. Borders is a Internist near Lexington, KY.
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. Borders to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. John Borders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Borders is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington 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
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Is John Borders accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. John Borders is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Borders offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Borders's office at (859) 278-5926 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Borders?
Please contact Dr. Borders's office at (859) 278-5926 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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