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Dr. David Bright, MD

Dr. David Bright, MD

Durham, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bright, Internist in Durham, NC?

    Dr. David Bright, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bright graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bright is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bright’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bright’s office at (919) 477-6900.

    Where did Dr. Bright go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine | University Of Nc Hosps | University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, School of Medicine,Chapel Hill, Nc, United States | University of North Carolina Hospitals Program

    • Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bright board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. David Bright, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bright speak?

    Dr. Bright and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bright treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Bright 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. Bright. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Nutritional Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Dietary Anemia
    • Malnutrition Anemia
    • Vitamin Deficiency Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D539: Nutritional anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Which procedures does Dr. Bright perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. David Bright may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bright's office.

    Does Dr. Bright accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 477-6900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bright accept in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Bright in Durham, 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

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bright's office located?

    Dr. David Bright's Primary Practice

    4205 Ben Franklin Blvd

    Durham, NC 27704

    (919) 477-6900

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    Dr. David Bright's Practice 2

    2701 Pickett Rd

    Durham, NC 27705

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    Dr. David Bright's Practice 3

    2573 Stantonsburg Rd

    Greenville, NC 27834

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    What is Dr. Bright's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003814666.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bright?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bright

    What is Dr. David Bright's specialty?

    Dr. Bright is a Internist near Durham, NC.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Bright to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Bright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bright is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is David Bright accepting new patients in Durham, NC?

    Yes, Dr. David Bright is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Bright offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bright's office at (919) 477-6900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Bright?

    Please contact Dr. Bright's office at (919) 477-6900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Bright have?

    Dr. David Bright is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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