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35 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Burford, Internist in Nokomis, FL?
Dr. Gerald Burford, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Nokomis, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Burford graduated from Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud and completed his residency at St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Burford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burford’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burford’s office at (904) 277-4690.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Burford?
Dr. Gerald Burford, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Burford empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nokomis/FL community, Dr. Burford is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Burford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine | St Barnabas Hospital | St Barnabas Hospital Program
Medical School: University Tech De Santiago (Utesa)- Esc De Med- Santiago | Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud | Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud | Hi-Tech Medical College & Hospital
Is Dr. Burford board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Burford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Burford speak?
Dr. Burford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Burford treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Burford 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. Burford. 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:
- 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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
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:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Burford perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Burford 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. Burford's office.
Does Dr. Burford accept my insurance?
Dr. Burford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 277-4690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burford accept in Nokomis, FL?
Dr. Burford in Nokomis, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Florida Community Care
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Burford's office located?
Dr. Gerald Burford's Primary Practice
1065 Tamiami Trl N
Nokomis, FL 34275
(904) 277-4690
What is Dr. Burford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992796254.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burford
What is Dr. Gerald Burford's specialty?
Dr. Burford is a Internist near Nokomis, FL.
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. Burford to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gerald Burford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Burford is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Gerald Burford accepting new patients in Nokomis, FL?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Burford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Burford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burford's office at (904) 277-4690 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Burford?
Please contact Dr. Burford's office at (904) 277-4690 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Burford have?
Dr. Gerald Burford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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