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Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN

(Mrs. Laura Craddock, APRN)
Specializes in: Hepatology (Liver Disease), Gastroenterology (Digestive System) and Nutrition
Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), liver disease, nutrition issues, and more.
44 Hughes Road Suite 1200
Madison, AL 35758

Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN is a nurse in Nashville, TN specializing in hepatology (liver disease), gastroenterology (digestive system) and nutrition. Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN is affiliated with Vanderbilt Health.

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Office Locations

1500 21st Avenue South Suite 3400
Nashville, TN 37212
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1660 Tvc
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-0128
(615) 343-8174
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3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 936-2000
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Vanderbilt Health

44 Hughes Road Suite 1200
Madison, AL 35758
(615) 936-5321
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Some issues Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

FibroScan

In 2023, Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN performed more FibroScan (transient elastography) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within Tennessee.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 232

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 223

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN.

Gender
Male 68
Female 82
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 131
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 0
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 82

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN in 2013

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 33
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 49
Dementia 0
Cancer 7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 261

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN.

Gender
Male 75
Female 94
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 148
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 0
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 99

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN in 2014

Hypertension 62
High Cholesterol 34
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 24
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 23
Diabetes 44
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 358

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN.

Gender
Male 276
Female 302
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 482
Black 56
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 250
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 300

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN in 2015

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 31
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 34
Chronic Kidney Disease 27
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 42
Dementia 0
Cancer 5

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 271

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN.

Gender
Male 108
Female 121
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 196
Black 17
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 116
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 98

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN in 2016

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 35
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 38
Asthma 18
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 5
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 48
Dementia 6
Cancer 7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 281

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN.

Gender
Male 108
Female 110
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 187
Black 18
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 119
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 82

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN in 2017

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 31
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 47
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 6
Atrial Fibrilation 5
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 49
Dementia 7
Cancer 6

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 274

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN.

Gender
Male 102
Female 106
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 182
Black 13
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 119
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 69

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN in 2018

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 41
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 44
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 6
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 49
Dementia 0
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 334

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN.

Gender
Male 116
Female 138
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 220
Black 15
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 152
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 69

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN in 2019

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 49
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 47
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 6
Heart Failure 24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 48
Dementia 5
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 240

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN.

Gender
Male 93
Female 118
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 188
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 129
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN in 2020

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 49
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 52
Dementia 0
Cancer 7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 230

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN.

Gender
Male 77
Female 107
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 166
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 106
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN in 2021

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 49
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 48
Dementia 0
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN treated as a nurse in Nashville, TN during 2022 were ultrasound (sonogram) and liver imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 232
liver imaging 36
ultrasound (sonogram) 36

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN.

Gender
Male 90
Female 104
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 174
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 111
From 75 to 84 44
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN in 2022

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 27
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 19
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 47
Dementia 0
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN treated as a nurse in Nashville, TN were ultrasound (sonogram) and liver imaging.

doctor visit 266
liver imaging 36
ultrasound (sonogram) 36

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN.

Gender
Male 101
Female 116
Ethnicity
Black / African American 10
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 188
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 4
85 and over 0
Less than 65 81
65 to 74 100

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN treated were hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 37
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 7
Osteoporosis 6
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 43
Atrial Fibrillation 5
Dementia 1
Cancer 6

Education & Training

She is certified by the Board Certification: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center and has a state license in Tennessee.

Board Certification: Board Certification: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center (2004)

Licensed In: Tennessee

Affiliations & Hospitals

Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Vanderbilt Health

Ratings & Reviews

Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 338 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Mrs. Laura S. Craddock, MSN, BS, APRN from all over the web to help you find the right in Nashville, TN. 

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Biography

Ms. Laura Craddock works as a gastroenterology (digestive system), nutrition, and hepatology (liver disease). She has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by her patients. Ms. Craddock's areas of expertise include the following: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), liver disease, and nutrition issues. She is professionally affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC).

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