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Dr. Scott Simms, MD

Denton, TX

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simms, Family Medicine Specialist in Denton, TX?

    Dr. Scott Simms, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Denton, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Simms graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Simms is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simms’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simms’s office at (940) 382-9636.

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

    • Residency: Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Family Medicine | University of Missouri-Columbia Program

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Simms board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Simms, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Simms speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Simms treat?

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

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Kidney Issues
    • Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Pansinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute widespread sinus infection
    • Acute inflammation of all sinuses
    • Severe acute sinusitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0140: Acute pansinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Which procedures does Dr. Simms perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Scott Simms may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Simms' office.

    Does Dr. Simms accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (940) 382-9636 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simms accept in Denton, TX?

    Dr. Simms in Denton, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sterling Jewelers

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Simms' office located?

    Dr. Scott Simms' Primary Practice

    700 W Oak St

    Denton, TX 76201

    (940) 382-9636

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    Dr. Scott Simms' Practice 2

    2820 Wind River Ln

    Denton, TX 76210

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

    Dr. Simms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235123449.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simms?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Simms's specialty?

    Dr. Simms is a Family Medicine Specialist near Denton, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Simms to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Simms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simms is affiliated with Texas Health Denton, Medical City Denton Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Scott Simms accepting new patients in Denton, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Simms is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Simms offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (940) 382-9636 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Simms?

    Please contact Dr. Simms's office at (940) 382-9636 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Simms have?

    Dr. Scott Simms is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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