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Dr. Dwight Willett, MD

Kingston, TN

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Willett, Family Medicine Specialist in Kingston, TN?

    Dr. Dwight Willett, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kingston, TN. He has been practicing for over 42 years. Dr. Willett graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Willett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Willett’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Willett’s office at (865) 376-3406.

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

    • Residency: Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Regional Med Center At Memphis | REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    What languages does Dr. Willett speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Willett 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. Willett. 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 here.

    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:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    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

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Willett performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Willett. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Willett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Willett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 376-3406 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Willett accept in Kingston, TN?

    Dr. Willett in Kingston, 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

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Rxcare of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Willett's office located?

    Dr. Dwight Willett's Primary Practice

    820 W Race St

    Kingston, TN 37763

    (865) 376-3406

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

    Dr. Willett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598746554.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Willett?

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

    What is Dr. Dwight Willett's specialty?

    Dr. Willett is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kingston, TN.

    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 this Dr. Dwight Willett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Willett is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Roane Medical Center, Cumberland Medical Center. 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

    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 Dwight Willett accepting new patients in Kingston, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Dwight Willett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dwight Willett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Willett's office at (865) 376-3406 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dwight Willett?

    Please contact Dr. Willett's office at (865) 376-3406 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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