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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brooks, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Jonesboro, AR?
Dr. Homer Brooks, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jonesboro, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Brooks completed his residency at Minot Ctr For Fam Med. Dr. Brooks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brooks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brooks’s office at (870) 936-8000.
Where did Dr. Brooks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Minot Ctr For Fam Med
Medical School: Central University of Este (Uce) / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Brooks speak?
Dr. Brooks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Brooks treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brooks 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. Brooks. 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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3482: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Brooks perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Homer Brooks may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brooks' office.
Does Dr. Brooks accept my insurance?
Dr. Brooks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (870) 936-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brooks accept in Jonesboro, AR?
Dr. Brooks in Jonesboro, AR 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 Arkansas
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Arkansas
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Where is Dr. Brooks' office located?
What is Dr. Brooks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brooks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154397537.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brooks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brooks
What is Dr. Homer Brooks's specialty?
Dr. Brooks is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Jonesboro, AR. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Brooks to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Homer Brooks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brooks is affiliated with Baxter Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Homer Brooks accepting new patients in Jonesboro, AR?
Yes, Dr. Homer Brooks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Homer Brooks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brooks's office at (870) 936-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Homer Brooks?
Please contact Dr. Brooks's office at (870) 936-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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