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Dr. John Ness, MD

Tallahassee, FL

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ness, Family Medicine Specialist in Tallahassee, FL?

    Dr. John Ness, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tallahassee, FL. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Ness graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Tallahassee Mem Healthcare, Family Medicine. Dr. Ness is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ness’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ness’s office at (850) 385-1839.

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

    • Residency: Tallahassee Mem Healthcare, Family Medicine | Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Family Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl | University of Central Florida College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ness board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Ness, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ness speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ness treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ness 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. Ness. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    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:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    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:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Birth Control Shot Check-up
    • Birth Control
    • Injectable contraceptive follow-up
    • Depo-Provera monitoring
    • Birth control injection check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Ness perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Ness may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ness' office.

    Does Dr. Ness accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ness accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 385-1839 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ness accept in Tallahassee, FL?

    Dr. Ness in Tallahassee, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital Health Plan

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ness' office located?

    Dr. John Ness' Primary Practice

    616 Universal Dr

    Tallahassee, FL 32303

    (850) 385-1839

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

    Dr. Ness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922064203.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ness?

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

    What is Dr. John Ness's specialty?

    Dr. Ness is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tallahassee, FL. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Ness to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Ness affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ness is affiliated with Tallahassee Memorial 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 John Ness accepting new patients in Tallahassee, FL?

    Yes, Dr. John Ness is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Ness offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ness's office at (850) 385-1839 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Ness?

    Please contact Dr. Ness's office at (850) 385-1839 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Ness have?

    Dr. John Ness is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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