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Dr. Bruce Gibbon, MD

Bristol, TN

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gibbon, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bristol, TN?

    Dr. Bruce Gibbon, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bristol, TN. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Gibbon graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine and completed his residency at San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Emergency Medicine; D D Eisenhower Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Gibbon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gibbon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gibbon’s office at (423) 844-2100.

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

    • Residency: San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Emergency Medicine; D D Eisenhower Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | D D Eisenhower Army Med Center | San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium Program

    • Medical School: E Tn State Univ J H Quillen Coll Of Med- Johnson City Tn | East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gibbon board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Gibbon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gibbon speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gibbon treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gibbon 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. Gibbon. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain
    • Precordial pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified
    • R072: Precordial pain

    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:

    • 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Gibbon perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Bruce Gibbon may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gibbon's office.

    Does Dr. Gibbon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gibbon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 844-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gibbon accept in Bristol, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Agelity

    • Alliance Behavioral Healthcare

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Gibbon's office located?

    Dr. Bruce Gibbon's Primary Practice

    1 Medical Park Blvd

    Bristol, TN 37620

    (423) 844-2100

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

    Dr. Gibbon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730141698.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gibbon?

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

    What is Dr. Bruce Gibbon's specialty?

    Dr. Gibbon is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bristol, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Gibbon to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bruce Gibbon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gibbon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Select Specialty Hospital - Tri-Cities, Buchanan General 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Bruce Gibbon accepting new patients in Bristol, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Gibbon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bruce Gibbon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gibbon's office at (423) 844-2100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bruce Gibbon?

    Please contact Dr. Gibbon's office at (423) 844-2100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Gibbon have?

    Dr. Bruce Gibbon is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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