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Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn, MD

Johnson City, TN

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Theerathorn, Internist in Johnson City, TN?

    Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Johnson City, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Theerathorn completed his residency at Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Theerathorn is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Theerathorn’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Theerathorn’s office at (423) 282-1480.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Theerathorn board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Theerathorn speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Theerathorn treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Theerathorn 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. Theerathorn. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Theerathorn perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn may include:

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

    Does Dr. Theerathorn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Theerathorn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 282-1480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Theerathorn's office located?

    Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn's Primary Practice

    301 Med Tech Pkwy

    Johnson City, TN 37604

    (423) 282-1480

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    Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn's Practice 2

    119 Boone Ridge Dr Ste 201

    Johnson City, TN 37615

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    Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn's Practice 3

    142 W 5th St

    Algood, TN 38501

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

    Dr. Theerathorn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548223084.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Theerathorn?

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

    What is Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn's specialty?

    Dr. Theerathorn is a Internist near Johnson City, TN.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Theerathorn to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Theerathorn is affiliated with Indian Path Community Hospital 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Pitchar Theerathorn accepting new patients in Johnson City, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Theerathorn's office at (423) 282-1480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Pitchar Theerathorn?

    Please contact Dr. Theerathorn's office at (423) 282-1480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn have?

    Dr. Pitchar Theerathorn is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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