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Dr. John Paul Gunter, MD

Critical Care Internist, Pulmonologist

Brentwood, TN

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gunter, Critical Care Internist in Brentwood, TN?

    Dr. John Paul Gunter, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Brentwood, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Gunter completed his residency at Med Center La New Orleans Lsu. Dr. Gunter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunter’s office at (423) 493-1959.

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

    • Residency: Med Center La New Orleans Lsu

    Is Dr. Gunter board certified as a Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. John Paul Gunter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gunter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Gunter typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Gunter 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. Gunter. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Gunter typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. John Paul Gunter may include:

    Please contact Dr. Gunter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Gunter accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Gunter's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Gunter's office located?

    Dr. John Paul Gunter's Primary Practice

    2000 Health Park Dr

    Brentwood, TN 37027

    (423) 493-1959

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    Dr. John Paul Gunter's Practice 2

    2300 Patterson St

    Nashville, TN 37203

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

    Dr. Gunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558335737.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunter?

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

    What is Dr. John Paul Gunter's specialty?

    Dr. Gunter is a Critical Care Internist near Brentwood, TN.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. John Paul Gunter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Gunter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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

    When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. Explore 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 Dr. John Paul Gunter accepting new patients in Brentwood, TN?

    Yes, Dr. John Paul Gunter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Paul Gunter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gunter's office at (423) 493-1959 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Paul Gunter?

    Please contact Dr. Gunter's office at (423) 493-1959 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gunter's office located?

    Dr. Gunter's offices are located in Brentwood, TN and Nashville, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Paul Gunter have?

    Dr. John Paul Gunter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.