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Dr. Thomas Braxton, MD
Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Mayfield, KY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Braxton, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Mayfield, KY?
Dr. Thomas Braxton, MD is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mayfield, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Braxton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Braxton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Braxton’s office at (270) 251-4085.
Is Dr. Braxton board certified as a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Braxton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Braxton speak?
Dr. Braxton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Braxton typically treat?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Braxton 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. Braxton. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypertensive Urgency
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
What procedures does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Braxton typically perform?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Braxton may include:
- Certified Medical Examination for Athlete
- Exercise Counseling
- Platelet Rich Plasma Procedure
- Pre-Sports Evaluation
- Pre-Sports Physical
- Shoulder Surgery
- Sports Concussion
- Sports Injury Prevention
Please contact Dr. Braxton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Braxton accept my insurance?
Dr. Braxton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 251-4085 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Braxton accept in Mayfield, KY?
Dr. Braxton in Mayfield, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Braxton's office located?
Dr. Thomas Braxton's Primary Practice
1111 Medical Center Cir
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 251-4085
What is Dr. Braxton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Braxton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578539672.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Braxton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Braxton
What is Dr. Thomas Braxton's specialty?
Dr. Braxton is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Mayfield, KY.
What does a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist do?
A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care.
Is this Dr. Thomas Braxton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Braxton is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah, Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Baptist Health Paducah, Baptist Health Louisville 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 a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thomas Braxton accepting new patients in Mayfield, KY?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Braxton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Braxton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Braxton's office at (270) 251-4085 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Braxton?
Please contact Dr. Braxton's office at (270) 251-4085 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Braxton have?
Dr. Thomas Braxton is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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