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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jennings, Internist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Charles Jennings, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Jennings completed his residency at U Ok/Tulsa Med Col Afl Hsp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Jennings is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jennings’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jennings’s office at (479) 709-7260.
Where did Dr. Jennings go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Ok/Tulsa Med Col Afl Hsp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok
Is Dr. Jennings board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Jennings, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jennings speak?
Dr. Jennings and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Jennings typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Jennings 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. Jennings. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Jennings typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Jennings 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
Please contact Dr. Jennings' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jennings accept my insurance?
Dr. Jennings accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 709-7260 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jennings accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Jennings in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Jennings' office located?
Dr. Charles Jennings' Primary Practice
1120 Lexington Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 709-7260
What is Dr. Jennings's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jennings's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558359398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jennings?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jennings
What is Dr. Charles Jennings's specialty?
Dr. Jennings is a Internist near Fort Smith, 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. Charles Jennings affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jennings is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith 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 Charles Jennings accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Charles Jennings is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Jennings offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jennings's office at (479) 709-7260 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Jennings?
Please contact Dr. Jennings's office at (479) 709-7260 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Jennings have?
Dr. Charles Jennings is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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