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Dr. John Tucker, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Scottsboro, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tucker, Family Medicine Specialist in Scottsboro, AL?

    Dr. John Tucker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Scottsboro, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tucker graduated from UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AL COLL OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at U Ala Sch Med. Dr. Tucker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tucker’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tucker’s office at (256) 574-1050.

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

    • Residency: U Ala Sch Med

    • Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AL COLL OF MEDICINE

    Is Dr. Tucker board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Tucker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tucker speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tucker typically treat?

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

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tucker typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Tucker may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tucker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tucker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 574-1050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tucker accept in Scottsboro, AL?

    Dr. Tucker in Scottsboro, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tucker's office located?

    Dr. John Tucker's Primary Practice

    406 Taylor St Ste A

    Scottsboro, AL 35768

    (256) 574-1050

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    Dr. John Tucker's Practice 2

    102 Micah Way Ste 1107

    Scottsboro, AL 35769

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

    Dr. Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457347130.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tucker?

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

    What is Dr. John Tucker's specialty?

    Dr. Tucker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Scottsboro, AL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. John Tucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tucker is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Huntsville 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. John Tucker accepting new patients in Scottsboro, AL?

    Yes, Dr. John Tucker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Tucker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (256) 574-1050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Tucker?

    Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (256) 574-1050 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tucker's office located?

    Dr. Tucker's office is located in Scottsboro, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Tucker have?

    Dr. John Tucker is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.