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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garner, Family Medicine Specialist in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. John Garner, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC. Dr. Garner graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine. Dr. Garner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garner’s office at (910) 452-8633.
Where did Dr. Garner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: West Virginia University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garner speak?
Dr. Garner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garner typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garner 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. Garner. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garner typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garner 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. Garner. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Garner accept my insurance?
Dr. Garner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 452-8633 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garner accept in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Garner in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Longevity Health Founders
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Garner's office located?
Dr. John Garner's Primary Practice
1709 S 16th St Ste A
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 452-8633
What is Dr. Garner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487760419.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garner
What is Dr. John Garner's specialty?
Dr. Garner is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wilmington, NC.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. John Garner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garner is affiliated with Norton Brownsboro 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
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Is John Garner accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?
Yes, Dr. John Garner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Garner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garner's office at (910) 452-8633 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Garner?
Please contact Dr. Garner's office at (910) 452-8633 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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