48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Staggs, Internist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Joe Staggs, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Staggs graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, Internal Medicine. Dr. Staggs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Staggs’s office at (479) 782-4470.
Where did Dr. Staggs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, Internal Medicine | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Is Dr. Staggs board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joe Staggs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Staggs speak?
Dr. Staggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Staggs treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Staggs 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. Staggs. 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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Younger-Onset Alzheimer's', 'Early Alzheimer's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset
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:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
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 Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Huntington's Disease
- Huntington Chorea
- HD
- Genetic Brain Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G10: Huntington's disease
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Vallecula Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Vallecula
ICD-10 Codes:
- C100: Malignant neoplasm of vallecula
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
Which procedures does Dr. Staggs perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joe Staggs 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. Staggs' office.
Does Dr. Staggs accept my insurance?
Dr. Staggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 782-4470 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Staggs accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Staggs in Fort Smith, AR 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 Arkansas
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
MedImpact
State of Arkansas
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Where is Dr. Staggs' office located?
What is Dr. Staggs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Staggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548257520.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Staggs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Staggs
What is Dr. Joe Staggs's specialty?
Dr. Staggs is a Internist near Fort Smith, AR.
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. Staggs to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joe Staggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Staggs is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Baptist Health - Fort Smith, Mercy Hospital Paris. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Joe Staggs accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Joe Staggs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joe Staggs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Staggs's office at (479) 782-4470 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joe Staggs?
Please contact Dr. Staggs's office at (479) 782-4470 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joe Staggs have?
Dr. Joe Staggs is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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