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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bruce, Family Medicine Specialist in Hattiesburg, MS?
Dr. Karen Bruce, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hattiesburg, MS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bruce is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bruce’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bruce’s office at (601) 579-3300.
Where did Dr. Bruce go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Ms Sch Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bruce speak?
Dr. Bruce and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bruce typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bruce 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. Bruce. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bruce typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Bruce may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Bruce's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bruce accept my insurance?
Dr. Bruce accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 579-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bruce accept in Hattiesburg, MS?
Dr. Bruce in Hattiesburg, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bruce's office located?
Dr. Karen Bruce's Primary Practice
6051 U S Highway 49
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 579-3300
What is Dr. Bruce's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bruce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942267281.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bruce?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bruce
What is Dr. Karen Bruce's specialty?
Dr. Bruce is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hattiesburg, MS.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Karen Bruce affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bruce is affiliated with South Central Regional Medical Center, University Of Mississippi Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karen Bruce accepting new patients in Hattiesburg, MS?
Yes, Dr. Karen Bruce is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Bruce offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bruce's office at (601) 579-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Bruce?
Please contact Dr. Bruce's office at (601) 579-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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