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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bertram, Gastroenterologist in Cookeville, TN?
Dr. Phillip Bertram, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Cookeville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bertram is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bertram’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bertram’s office at (931) 783-2616.
What languages does Dr. Bertram speak?
Dr. Bertram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bertram treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bertram 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. Bertram. 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:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
- K5150: Left sided colitis without complications
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Enlarged Liver
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1319: Other dysphagia
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver or Bile Duct Imaging
- Abnormal liver scan
- Unusual bile duct imaging
- Liver imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R932: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of liver and biliary tract
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:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Bertram perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Phillip Bertram may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bertram's office.
Does Dr. Bertram accept my insurance?
Dr. Bertram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (931) 783-2616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bertram accept in Cookeville, TN?
Dr. Bertram in Cookeville, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bertram's office located?
Dr. Phillip Bertram's Primary Practice
438 N Whitney Ave
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 783-2616
What is Dr. Bertram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bertram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487648507.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bertram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bertram
What is Dr. Phillip Bertram's specialty?
Dr. Bertram is a Gastroenterologist near Cookeville, TN. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Bertram to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Phillip Bertram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bertram is affiliated with Cookeville Regional Medical Center 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 Phillip Bertram accepting new patients in Cookeville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Bertram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Bertram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bertram's office at (931) 783-2616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Bertram?
Please contact Dr. Bertram's office at (931) 783-2616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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