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Dr. Lori Amis, MD

Dr. Lori Amis, MD

Pediatrician

Nashville, TN

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Amis, Pediatrician in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Lori Amis, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Amis completed her residency at Kosair Chldrn Hsp/Norton Hlthc, Pediatrics. Dr. Amis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amis’s office at (615) 329-3595.

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

    • Residency: Kosair Chldrn Hsp/Norton Hlthc, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn

    Is Dr. Amis board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Lori Amis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Amis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Amis typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Amis 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. Amis. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Amis typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Amis performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Amis. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Amis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 329-3595 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Amis accept in Nashville, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Amis' office located?

    Dr. Lori Amis' Primary Practice

    2201 Murphy Ave Ste 201

    Nashville, TN 37203

    (615) 329-3595

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

    Dr. Amis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255394052.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amis?

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

    What is Dr. Lori Amis's specialty?

    Dr. Amis is a Pediatrician near Nashville, TN.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Lori Amis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Amis is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Lori Amis accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Lori Amis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lori Amis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amis' office at (615) 329-3595 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lori Amis?

    Please contact Dr. Amis' office at (615) 329-3595 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Amis' office located?

    Dr. Amis' office is located in Nashville, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lori Amis have?

    Dr. Lori Amis is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.