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Who is Dr. Ralston, Diagnostic Radiologist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Emilie Ralston, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ralston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ralston’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ralston’s office at (828) 213-0801.
Is Dr. Ralston board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Emilie Ralston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Ralston speak?
Dr. Ralston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Ralston typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Ralston 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. Ralston. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Other Specific Breast Disorder
- Breast Disease
- Various breast conditions
- Miscellaneous breast ailments
- Specific breast problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6489: Other specified disorders of breast
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammogram
- Breast Exam
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Ralston typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Ralston performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ralston. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- MRI-Guided Breast Biopsy
- MRI-Guided Breast Biopsy (Additional Lesion)
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy (Additional Lesion)
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
- Magnetic Resonance Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy with MRI
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Localization
- Percutaneous breast biopsy with MRI
- Breast lesion biopsy with localization
- MRI breast tissue sampling
- Image-guided breast biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Sampling
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
- 19085: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including magnetic resonance guidance
- 19086: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; each additional lesion, including magnetic resonance guidance (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 19082: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; each additional lesion, including stereotactic guidance (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
- Breast Biopsy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Marker Placement
- Localization device insertion
- Percutaneous tissue marking
- Biopsy site marker placement
- Radioactive seed placement
CPT Codes:
- 10035: Placement of soft tissue localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous, including imaging guidance; first lesion
Also known as:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Does Dr. Ralston accept my insurance?
Dr. Ralston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 213-0801 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ralston accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Ralston in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ralston's office located?
What is Dr. Ralston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ralston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093981300.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ralston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ralston
What is Dr. Emilie Ralston's specialty?
Dr. Ralston is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Asheville, NC.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. Emilie Ralston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ralston is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Unc Health Pardee, Adventhealth Hendersonville, Harris Regional Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Spartanburg Regional 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Emilie Ralston accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Emilie Ralston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emilie Ralston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ralston's office at (828) 213-0801 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emilie Ralston?
Please contact Dr. Ralston's office at (828) 213-0801 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emilie Ralston have?
Dr. Emilie Ralston is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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