Steven J. Baumrucker
2202 North John B Dennis Highway, Suite 110, 
Kingsport, TN 

Overview

Steven J. Baumrucker, MD, FAAFP, FAAHPM, HMDC is the System Medical Director for Ballad Health’s palliative medicine service line. With more than 35 years of experience, Dr. Baumrucker specializes in providing compassionate care to patients with serious illnesses, focusing on symptom management, quality of life, and holistic support. Dr. Baumrucker’s contributions extend beyond primary care, ensuring patients receive comprehensive, personalized care during challenging times. His dedication to improving the lives of patients and their families is evident through his work in palliative care. For those interested in exploring Dr. Baumrucker’s research, he has authored several articles, which can be found on PubMed .

His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Opioid Induced Constipation, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Chronic Pain, and Gastrostomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 47 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Unc School Of Medicine,  

Residency

East Tennessee State University

Specialties

Palliative Medicine

Licenses

Family Medicine in TN

Board Certifications

American Board Of Family Medicine

Fellowships

 

Hospital Affiliations

 

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Awards

 

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
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Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
HealthKeepers
  • POS
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
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Independent Health
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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Sentara Healthcare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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Locations

Ballad Health Medical Associates Palliative Medicine Consultants
2202 North John B Dennis Highway, Suite 110, Kingsport, TN 37660
Other Locations
Center for Healthy Aging
2205 Pavilion Drive, Suite 101, Kingsport, TN 37660

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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Steven J. Baumrucker

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Is Dr. Steven J. Baumrucker a top-rated expert for Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Steven J. Baumrucker is classified as an Experienced expert for Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), 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. Steven J. Baumrucker specialize in?

While Dr. Steven J. Baumrucker is a Palliative Medicine, they have specific expertise in Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Opioid Induced Constipation, and Gastrostomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Palliative Medicine.

Does Dr. Steven J. Baumrucker participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Steven J. Baumrucker has published 47 articles and abstracts on conditions like Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS). You can view a list of Dr. Steven J. Baumrucker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Steven J. Baumrucker accept my insurance?

Dr. Steven J. Baumrucker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-578-8400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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