Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scott, Internist in Smyrna, TN?
Dr. Joseph Scott, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Smyrna, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Scott graduated from University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Scott is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scott’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scott’s office at (615) 867-8010.
Where did Dr. Scott go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Tulane University Mc | Tulane University Medical Center
Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine | Tulane Univ School of Medicine | Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Is Dr. Scott board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Scott, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Scott speak?
Dr. Scott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Scott typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Scott 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. Scott. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Scott typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Scott may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Scott's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Scott accept my insurance?
Dr. Scott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 867-8010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scott accept in Smyrna, TN?
Dr. Scott in Smyrna, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Scott's office located?
Dr. Joseph Scott's Primary Practice
537 Stonecrest Pkwy Ste 105
Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 867-8010
What is Dr. Scott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043281710.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scott?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scott
What is Dr. Joseph Scott's specialty?
Dr. Scott is a Internist near Smyrna, TN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Joseph Scott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scott is affiliated with Maury Regional Medical Center, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Scott accepting new patients in Smyrna, TN?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Scott is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Scott offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scott's office at (615) 867-8010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Scott?
Please contact Dr. Scott's office at (615) 867-8010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Scott have?
Dr. Joseph Scott is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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