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Dr. Terri Jerkins, MD

Dr. Terri Jerkins, MD

Nashville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jerkins, Endocrinologist in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Terri Jerkins, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jerkins graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed her residency at Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Jerkins is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jerkins’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jerkins’s office at (615) 329-5029.

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

    • Residency: Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

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

    Is Dr. Jerkins board certified in Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Terri Jerkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Jerkins speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Jerkins treat?

    As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Jerkins 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. Jerkins. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 1 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D
    • Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode
    • Diabetic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Type 1 Diabetes Kidney Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E108: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1022: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Adrenal Insufficiency
    • Addison Disease
    • Atypical Adrenal Insufficiency
    • Uncommon Adrenal Underactivity
    • Adrenocortical Hypofunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E2749: Other adrenocortical insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Other Pituitary Gland Disorder
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Gland Problems
    • Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis Dysfunction
    • Endocrine Gland Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E236: Other disorders of pituitary gland

    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:

    • Adrenal Gland Overactivity
    • Adrenal Gland Disorder
    • Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
    • Excess Adrenal Hormones
    • Adrenal Hyperactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity

    Also known as:

    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    • PCOS
    • Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
    • Polycystic Ovaries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Cushing's Syndrome
    • Hypercortisolism
    • High Cortisol Levels
    • Adrenal Hyperfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E249: Cushing's syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • Impaired Glucose Tolerance
    • Blood Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Glucose Tolerance)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Oral)
    • Glucose Intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7302: Impaired glucose tolerance (oral)

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Does Dr. Jerkins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jerkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 329-5029 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jerkins accept in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Jerkins in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Farm Bureau Health Plans

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Jerkins' office located?

    Dr. Terri Jerkins' Primary Practice

    2400 Patterson St Ste 119

    Nashville, TN 37203

    (615) 329-5029

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    Dr. Terri Jerkins' Practice 2

    310 25th Ave N Ste 201

    Nashville, TN 37203

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    Dr. Terri Jerkins' Practice 3

    2010 Church St Ste 410

    Nashville, TN 37203

    (615) 329-5029

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

    Dr. Jerkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538147319.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jerkins?

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

    What is Dr. Terri Jerkins's specialty?

    Dr. Jerkins is a Endocrinologist near Nashville, TN. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Jerkins to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Terri Jerkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jerkins is affiliated with Williamson Health 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 Terri Jerkins accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Terri Jerkins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Terri Jerkins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jerkins's office at (615) 329-5029 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Terri Jerkins?

    Please contact Dr. Jerkins's office at (615) 329-5029 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Terri Jerkins have?

    Dr. Terri Jerkins is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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