Douglas W. Adkisson
Expertise in
12
conditions

Dr. Douglas W. Adkisson

Cardiology
Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Brentwood
789 Old Hickory Blvd, 
Brentwood, TN 
Accepting New Patients
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Expertise in
12
conditions
Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Brentwood
789 Old Hickory Blvd, 
Brentwood, TN 

Overview

Douglas W. Adkisson, MD, is a board-certified, experienced cardiologist at Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville, Brentwood, McMinnville, and Parsons, Tennessee. He provides preventive cardiovascular care, helping patients manage heart disease risk factors and maintain long-term heart health.

Dr. Adkisson is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metabolic Syndrome, Angina, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Heart Failure.

Dr. Adkisson is board certified in The National Board Of Physicians And Surgeons - Cardiovascular Disease. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Adkisson is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in TN

Board Certifications

The National Board Of Physicians And Surgeons - Cardiovascular Disease

Fellowships

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Hospital Affiliations

Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital
Saint Thomas River Park Hospital
Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital
Henderson County Community Hospital
West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital
Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands
Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital
Ascension Saint Thomas River Park
Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Farm Bureau Health Plans
  • HMO
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
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  • POS
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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Independent Health
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
US Health and Life
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  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
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Locations

Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Brentwood
789 Old Hickory Blvd, Brentwood, TN 37027
Other Locations
Ascension Saint Thomas Heart West
4230 Harding Pike, Ste 330, Nashville, TN 37205
Ascension Saint Thomas Heart McMinnville
1589 Sparta St, Ste 100, Mcminnville, TN 37110

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

6 Total Publications

Modification of ventriculo-arterial coupling by spironolactone in nonischemic dilated cardiomyopathy.
Modification of ventriculo-arterial coupling by spironolactone in nonischemic dilated cardiomyopathy.
Journal: ESC heart failure
Published: August 05, 2020
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Is Dr. Douglas W. Adkisson a top-rated expert for Metabolic Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Douglas W. Adkisson is classified as an Advanced expert for Metabolic Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Douglas W. Adkisson specialize in?

While Dr. Douglas W. Adkisson is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Metabolic Syndrome, Angina, and Pediatric Myocarditis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Douglas W. Adkisson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Douglas W. Adkisson has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Metabolic Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Douglas W. Adkisson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Douglas W. Adkisson accept my insurance?

Dr. Douglas W. Adkisson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 615-565-6870 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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