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Who is Dr. Pennington, Family Medicine Specialist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. John Pennington, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pennington completed his residency at Mayo Graduate School of Medicine. Dr. Pennington is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pennington’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pennington’s office at (352) 392-4541.
Where did Dr. Pennington go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Graduate School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Kentucky | Southern Illinois University | Murray State University
What languages does Dr. Pennington speak?
Dr. Pennington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pennington typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pennington 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. Pennington. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pennington typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pennington performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Pennington. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Shaving Skin Lesion
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Skin Lesion Shave Removal (Medium)
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Skin Lesion Shave Excision
- Mole Shaving
- Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
- Dermal Lesion Shave
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
- Shave Excision of Skin Lesion
- Dermal Lesion Shaving
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
- 11301: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11302: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Also known as:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
- Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
- Multiple Skin Tag Removal
- Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Does Dr. Pennington accept my insurance?
Dr. Pennington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 392-4541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pennington accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Pennington in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Sentara Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pennington's office located?
Uf Health Congenital Heart Center Medical Plaza
1600 SW Archer Rd
Gainesville, FL 32610
(352) 392-4541
What is Dr. Pennington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pennington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780657734.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pennington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pennington
What is Dr. John Pennington's specialty?
Dr. Pennington is a Family Medicine Specialist near Gainesville, 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 this Dr. John Pennington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pennington is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uf Health Shands 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
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Is John Pennington accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. John Pennington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Pennington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pennington's office at (352) 392-4541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Pennington?
Please contact Dr. Pennington's office at (352) 392-4541 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Pennington
Uf Health Congenital Heart Center Medical Plaza
1600 SW Archer Rd
Gainesville, FL 32610