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Dr. Brian Smith, MD

Dr. Brian Smith, MD

Murfreesboro, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith, Gastroenterologist in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Dr. Brian Smith, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Murfreesboro, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Smith completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; St Thomas Hosp, Internal Medicine; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Medical Association, American College of Physicians, North Carolina Medical Society, North Carolina Society of Gastroenterology, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, American College of Gastroenterology, and American Gastroenterological Association. Dr. Smith is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (704) 480-0008.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Smith?

    Dr. Brian Smith, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist 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. Smith empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Capsule Endoscopy, Colon Cancer Screening, Esophageal Disorders, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Liver Disease, Pancreatic Disease, Ulcerative Colitis/Crohn's, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Murfreesboro/TN community, Dr. Smith is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Gastroenterology, TN, USA

    • Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; St Thomas Hosp, Internal Medicine; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Thomas Hospital | Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    • Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc

    Is Dr. Smith board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2007

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Smith treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Test (Result Unknown)
    • Pregnancy Test
    • Inconclusive Pregnancy Test
    • Unclear Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pending Pregnancy Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3200: Encounter for pregnancy test, result unknown

    Also known as:

    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Swallowing problems
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1319: Other dysphagia
    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5909: Other constipation

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
    • Abnormal GI scan
    • Unusual digestive imaging
    • Digestive system imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    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:

    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Chronic Colitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 480-0008 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Murfreesboro, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Brian Smith's Primary Practice

    1272 Garrison Dr

    Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    (704) 480-0008

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    Dr. Brian Smith's Practice 2

    3626 Shelbyville Hwy

    Murfreesboro, TN 37127

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    Dr. Brian Smith's Practice 3

    808 N Washington St

    Shelby, NC 28150

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Medical Association

    Member

    American College of Physicians

    Member

    North Carolina Medical Society

    Member

    North Carolina Society of Gastroenterology

    Member

    American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

    Member

    American College of Gastroenterology

    Member

    American Gastroenterological Association

    Member

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

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215908272.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is a Gastroenterologist near Murfreesboro, TN. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Smith to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford, TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

    Explore Gastroenterologist with 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 Brian Smith accepting new patients in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (704) 480-0008 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (704) 480-0008 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Smith have?

    Dr. Brian Smith is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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