Who is Dr. Fuqua, Internist in Hopkinsville, KY?
Where did Dr. Fuqua go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Wash U Affil Hosps
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Fuqua board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Fuqua, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fuqua speak?
Dr. Fuqua and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Fuqua typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Fuqua 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. Fuqua. 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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Fuqua typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Fuqua 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
Please contact Dr. Fuqua's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fuqua accept my insurance?
Dr. Fuqua accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 887-0100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fuqua accept in Hopkinsville, KY?
Dr. Fuqua in Hopkinsville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
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Where is Dr. Fuqua's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Fuqua affiliated with?
Dr. Fuqua has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Fuqua's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fuqua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013916931.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fuqua?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fuqua
What is Dr. Joseph Fuqua's specialty?
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.