Summary

Dr. Mark Wigger specializes in internal medicine and has dedicated 42 years to providing comprehensive care for adult patients. He earned his medical degree from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 1990. Dr. Wigger pursued additional fellowship training in nephrology at Oregon Health Sciences University, completing this specialized training in 1992. He maintains board certification in internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Wigger practices in Nashville, Tennessee, and is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare in Lebanon. His clinical expertise focuses on treating breathing difficulties and shortness of breath, particularly when these symptoms occur during physical activity. He performs essential diagnostic tests including general blood work and specialized kidney function assessments to evaluate his patients' health. Patients have given Dr. Wigger an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 42 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Oregon Health Sciences University
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

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Office Location

Vanderbilt Heart

1215 21st Ave S Fl 5Nashville, TN 37232

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42 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Nashville , TNMadison , TNNashville , TNMadison , TN
Med School: East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Universidad Central Del Caribe Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mark A Wigger

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - Federal Employees Program
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Mark A Wigger has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Mark A Wigger has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Organ Transplantation
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Mark A Wigger holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2001, board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2004, and board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Oregon Health Sciences University in 1992, Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 1991, OHSU, PORTLAND, OR United States, Nephrology in 1989, and VANDERBILT UNIV HSP, NASHVILLE, TN United States,, Nephrology in 1987.

Residency

Completed their residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Nephrology; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Internal Medicine, East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Affiliated Hospitals, Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 1990, East Tennessee State University's James H. Quillen College of Medicine in 1988, Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 1985, and EAST TN STATE UNIV AFFIL HSP, JOHNSON CITY, TN United States in 1984.

Medical School

Graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine in 1984 and E Tn State Univ J H Quillen Coll Of Med- Johnson City Tn in 1984.

NPI Number

Mark A Wigger's NPI number is 1306884150.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Mark Wigger?
You can find contact information for Mark Wigger here on Vitals.
Where is Mark Wigger's office located?
Mark Wigger's office is located at 1215 21st Ave S Fl 5, Nashville, TN, 37232.
Which hospitals is Mark Wigger affiliated with?
Mark Wigger is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare - Lebanon.
Does Mark Wigger accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Mark Wigger accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Mark Wigger accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Mark Wigger has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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