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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garrison-North, Internist in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Dr. Nefretiti Garrison-North, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cape Girardeau, MO. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Garrison-North graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Garrison-North is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garrison-North’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garrison-North’s office at (573) 331-3000.
Where did Dr. Garrison-North go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Garrison-North board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nefretiti Garrison-North, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garrison-North speak?
Dr. Garrison-North and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Garrison-North typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Garrison-North 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. Garrison-North. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Garrison-North typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nefretiti Garrison-North 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. Garrison-North's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garrison-North accept my insurance?
Dr. Garrison-North accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 331-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garrison-North accept in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Dr. Garrison-North in Cape Girardeau, 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
AlphaCare
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Garrison-North's office located?
Dr. Nefretiti Garrison-North's Primary Practice
211 Saint Francis Dr
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 331-3000
What is Dr. Garrison-North's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garrison-North's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023019015.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garrison-North?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garrison-North
What is Dr. Nefretiti Garrison-North's specialty?
Dr. Garrison-North is a Internist near Cape Girardeau, MO.
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.
Is this Dr. Nefretiti Garrison-North affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garrison-North is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Temecula Valley Hospital, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Nefretiti Garrison-North accepting new patients in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Yes, Dr. Nefretiti Garrison-North is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nefretiti Garrison-North offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garrison-North's office at (573) 331-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nefretiti Garrison-North?
Please contact Dr. Garrison-North's office at (573) 331-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nefretiti Garrison-North have?
Dr. Nefretiti Garrison-North is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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