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Dr. Kent Wright, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Johnson City, TN

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Wright, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Johnson City, TN?

    Dr. Kent Wright, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Johnson City, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wright completed his residency at Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Psychiatry. Dr. Wright is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (276) 598-4448.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Psychiatry | University Of Ms School Of Med

    • Medical School: E Tn State Univ J H Quillen Coll Of Med- Johnson City Tn

    Is Dr. Wright board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kent Wright, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wright speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wright typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Other Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
    • R3989: Other symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wright typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kent Wright may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (276) 598-4448 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Johnson City, TN?

    Dr. Wright in Johnson City, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Assurant

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wright's office located?

    Dr. Kent Wright's Primary Practice

    301 Med Tech Pkwy

    Johnson City, TN 37604

    (276) 598-4448

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    Dr. Kent Wright's Practice 2

    1 Medical Park Blvd

    Bristol, TN 37620

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    Dr. Kent Wright's Practice 3

    3955 W Andrew Johnson Hwy

    Morristown, TN 37814

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

    Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841250479.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?

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

    What is Dr. Kent Wright's specialty?

    Dr. Wright is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Johnson City, TN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Kent Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Wright 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Kent Wright accepting new patients in Johnson City, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Kent Wright is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kent Wright offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (276) 598-4448 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kent Wright?

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (276) 598-4448 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wright's office located?

    Dr. Wright's offices are located in Johnson City, TN, Bristol, TN, and Morristown, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kent Wright have?

    Dr. Kent Wright is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.