24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tate, Internist in Jonesboro, AR?
Dr. Ricky Tate, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Jonesboro, AR with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Tate completed his residency at Lehigh Valley Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tate is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tate’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tate’s office at (870) 932-1198.
Where did Dr. Tate go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lehigh Valley Hosp, Internal Medicine | Lehigh Valley Health Network Program
Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat
Is Dr. Tate board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ricky Tate, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tate speak?
Dr. Tate and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tate typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tate 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. Tate. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tate typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Tate performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tate. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Tate accept my insurance?
Dr. Tate accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (870) 932-1198 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tate accept in Jonesboro, AR?
Dr. Tate in Jonesboro, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tate's office located?
What is Dr. Tate's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tate's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861488017.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tate?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tate
What is Dr. Ricky Tate's specialty?
Dr. Tate is a Internist near Jonesboro, AR.
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. Ricky Tate affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tate is affiliated with St. Bernards Medical Center, Great River Medical Center, Uams Medical Center, Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis, Methodist University Hospital 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 Ricky Tate accepting new patients in Jonesboro, AR?
No, Dr. Ricky Tate is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricky Tate offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tate's office at (870) 932-1198 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricky Tate?
Please contact Dr. Tate's office at (870) 932-1198 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ricky Tate have?
Dr. Ricky Tate is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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