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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Diefendorf, Internist in Henderson, NC?
Dr. Laura Diefendorf, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Henderson, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Diefendorf graduated from Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Diefendorf is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diefendorf’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diefendorf’s office at (252) 492-3152.
Where did Dr. Diefendorf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
What languages does Dr. Diefendorf speak?
Dr. Diefendorf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Diefendorf typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Diefendorf 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. Diefendorf. 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Diefendorf typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Diefendorf may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Diefendorf's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Diefendorf accept my insurance?
Dr. Diefendorf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 492-3152 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diefendorf accept in Henderson, NC?
Dr. Diefendorf in Henderson, 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
Cigna Group
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Diefendorf's office located?
What is Dr. Diefendorf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diefendorf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588822118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diefendorf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diefendorf
What is Dr. Laura Diefendorf's specialty?
Dr. Diefendorf is a Internist near Henderson, NC.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Laura Diefendorf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Diefendorf is affiliated with Duke University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laura Diefendorf accepting new patients in Henderson, NC?
Yes, Dr. Laura Diefendorf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Diefendorf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diefendorf's office at (252) 492-3152 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Diefendorf?
Please contact Dr. Diefendorf's office at (252) 492-3152 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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