Dr. Gerald Townsend, MD

Tallahassee, FL

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Townsend, Family Medicine Specialist in Tallahassee, FL?

Dr. Gerald Townsend, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tallahassee, FL. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Townsend graduated from University of South Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Tallahassee Meml Reg Med Ctr. Dr. Townsend is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Townsend’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Townsend’s office at (850) 513-7521.

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

Residency: Tallahassee Meml Reg Med Ctr
Medical School: University of South Florida College of Medicine

Is Dr. Townsend board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

Yes, Dr. Gerald Townsend, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

What languages does Dr. Townsend speak?

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

English

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

As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend. 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:

Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetic Nerve Problems
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetic nerve damage
Diabetes-related nerve pain
Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
Adult-Onset Diabetes
Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

ICD-10 Codes:

E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

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:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

Also known as:

Special Medical Examination
Specific health check
Detailed medical assessment
Special health screening

ICD-10 Codes:

Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

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

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

As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Townsend may include:

Please contact Dr. Townsend's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Townsend accept my insurance?

Dr. Townsend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 513-7521 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Townsend accept in Tallahassee, FL?

Dr. Townsend in Tallahassee, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Townsend's office located?

Dr. Gerald Townsend's Primary Practice

2181 Orange Ave E

Tallahassee, FL 32311

(850) 513-7521

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

Dr. Townsend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588641120.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Townsend?

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

What is Dr. Gerald Townsend's specialty?

Dr. Townsend is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tallahassee, FL.

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 Dr. Gerald Townsend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Townsend 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

When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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