24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scarpero, Internist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Stephen Scarpero, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Scarpero graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Scarpero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scarpero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scarpero’s office at (615) 234-6390.
Where did Dr. Scarpero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Louisiana State University Affiliated Hospitals | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Scarpero board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Scarpero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Scarpero speak?
Dr. Scarpero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Scarpero typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Scarpero 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. Scarpero. 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:
- 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Scarpero typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Scarpero 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. Scarpero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Scarpero accept my insurance?
Dr. Scarpero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 234-6390 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scarpero accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Scarpero in Nashville, 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 Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Scarpero's office located?
Dr. Stephen Scarpero's Primary Practice
222 22nd Ave N
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 234-6390
What is Dr. Scarpero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scarpero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588655377.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scarpero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scarpero
What is Dr. Stephen Scarpero's specialty?
Dr. Scarpero is a Internist near Nashville, TN.
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. Stephen Scarpero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scarpero is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, Tristar Summit Medical Center, Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Scarpero accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Scarpero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Scarpero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scarpero's office at (615) 234-6390 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Scarpero?
Please contact Dr. Scarpero's office at (615) 234-6390 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Scarpero have?
Dr. Stephen Scarpero is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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