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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Threlkeld, Infectious Disease Specialist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Stephen Threlkeld, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Threlkeld graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Threlkeld is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Threlkeld’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Threlkeld’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Threlkeld?
Dr. Stephen Threlkeld, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Threlkeld empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Wound Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Memphis/TN community, Dr. Threlkeld is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Threlkeld go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Threlkeld board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Threlkeld, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Threlkeld speak?
Dr. Threlkeld and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Threlkeld treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Threlkeld 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. Threlkeld. 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:
- Fever
- Fever After Procedure
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
- Post-surgery fever
- Fever after operation
- Postoperative fever
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
- R5082: Postprocedural fever
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Right Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Open Sore on Leg
- Skin Wound on Leg
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97922: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97912: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Infection of Cardiac or Vascular Device
- Infected Cardiovascular Implant
- Heart Device Infection
- Vascular Graft Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T827XXA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other cardiac and vascular devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
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:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Wound Reopening
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dehiscence
- Surgical wound disruption
- Opened wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8130XA: Disruption of wound, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Which procedures does Dr. Threlkeld perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Stephen Threlkeld may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Threlkeld's office.
Does Dr. Threlkeld accept my insurance?
Dr. Threlkeld 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. Threlkeld accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Threlkeld in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Threlkeld's office located?
What is Dr. Threlkeld's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Threlkeld's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578530895.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Threlkeld?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Threlkeld
What is Dr. Stephen Threlkeld's specialty?
Dr. Threlkeld is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Memphis, TN.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Threlkeld to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Stephen Threlkeld affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Threlkeld is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Stephen Threlkeld accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Threlkeld is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Threlkeld offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Threlkeld's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Threlkeld?
Please contact Dr. Threlkeld's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Threlkeld have?
Dr. Stephen Threlkeld is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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