Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stanko, Internist in Hixson, TN?
Dr. James Stanko, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hixson, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Stanko completed his residency at St Michael's Hospital. Dr. Stanko is fluent in English, French, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stanko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stanko’s office.
Where did Dr. Stanko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Michael's Hospital
Medical School: University of Toronto, Fac of Med, Toronto, Ont, Canada
Is Dr. Stanko board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Stanko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Stanko speak?
Dr. Stanko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Ukrainian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Stanko typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Stanko 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. Stanko. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Stanko typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Stanko 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. Stanko's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stanko accept my insurance?
Dr. Stanko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stanko accept in Hixson, TN?
Dr. Stanko in Hixson, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Stanko's office located?
What is Dr. Stanko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stanko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831163013.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stanko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stanko
What is Dr. James Stanko's specialty?
Dr. Stanko is a Internist near Hixson, 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. James Stanko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stanko is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Hixson, Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga 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 James Stanko accepting new patients in Hixson, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Stanko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Stanko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stanko's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Stanko?
Please contact Dr. Stanko's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Stanko have?
Dr. James Stanko is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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