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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wofford, Internist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Perisco Wofford, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wofford graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at Methodist Hsp-Central Unit, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wofford is fluent in English, French, and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wofford’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wofford’s office at (901) 345-1454.
Where did Dr. Wofford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Hsp-Central Unit, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Is Dr. Wofford board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Perisco Wofford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wofford speak?
Dr. Wofford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Polish
What conditions does Dr. Wofford treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Wofford 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. Wofford. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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 Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fluid Overload
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Excess Fluid
- Water Retention
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Wofford perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Perisco Wofford 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. Wofford's office.
Does Dr. Wofford accept my insurance?
Dr. Wofford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 345-1454 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wofford accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Wofford in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wofford's office located?
Dr. Perisco Wofford's Primary Practice
4567 Millbranch Rd
Memphis, TN 38116
(901) 345-1454
What is Dr. Wofford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wofford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922000918.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wofford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wofford
What is Dr. Perisco Wofford's specialty?
Dr. Wofford is a Internist near Memphis, TN.
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. Wofford to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Perisco Wofford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wofford is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Perisco Wofford accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Perisco Wofford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Perisco Wofford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wofford's office at (901) 345-1454 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Perisco Wofford?
Please contact Dr. Wofford's office at (901) 345-1454 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Perisco Wofford have?
Dr. Perisco Wofford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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