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Dr. Cynthia Simmons, MD

Dr. Cynthia Simmons, MD

Little Rock, AR

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simmons, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Little Rock, AR?

    Dr. Cynthia Simmons, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Simmons completed her residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Simmons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simmons’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simmons’s office at (501) 526-5148.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    Is Dr. Simmons board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Cynthia Simmons, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Simmons speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Simmons treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Simmons 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. Simmons. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Hypertensive Urgency
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Urgency
    • Urgent High Blood Pressure
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I160: Hypertensive urgency
    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Simmons perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Cynthia Simmons may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Simmons' office.

    Does Dr. Simmons accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simmons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 526-5148 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simmons accept in Little Rock, AR?

    Dr. Simmons in Little Rock, AR 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Simmons' office located?

    Dr. Cynthia Simmons' Primary Practice

    4301 W Markham St # 584

    Little Rock, AR 72205

    (501) 526-5148

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    Dr. Cynthia Simmons' Practice 2

    18780 Interstate 20 N Access Rd

    Canton, TX 75103

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    Dr. Cynthia Simmons' Practice 3

    115 Airport Rd

    Sulphur Springs, TX 75482

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

    Dr. Simmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578542874.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simmons?

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

    What is Dr. Cynthia Simmons's specialty?

    Dr. Simmons is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Little Rock, AR. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Simmons to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cynthia Simmons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simmons is affiliated with UAMS Medical Center, National Park Medical Center, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, CHI St. Vincent Infirmary 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

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    Is Cynthia Simmons accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Cynthia Simmons is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cynthia Simmons offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (501) 526-5148 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cynthia Simmons?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (501) 526-5148 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Cynthia Simmons have?

    Dr. Cynthia Simmons is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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