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Dr. David James Ferner, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Panama City, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ferner, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Panama City, FL?

    Dr. David James Ferner, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Panama City, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ferner completed his residency at St Vincents Hospital Med Center. Dr. Ferner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferner’s office at (229) 353-6208.

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

    • Residency: St Vincents Hospital Med Center

    What languages does Dr. Ferner speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ferner typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ferner 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. Ferner. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ferner typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David James Ferner may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ferner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ferner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ferner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 353-6208 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ferner accept in Panama City, FL?

    Dr. Ferner in Panama City, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Ferner's office located?

    Dr. David James Ferner's Primary Practice

    615 N Bonita Ave

    Panama City, FL 32401

    (229) 353-6208

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    Dr. David James Ferner's Practice 2

    449 W 23rd St

    Panama City, FL 32405

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

    Dr. Ferner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356433437.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferner?

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

    What is Dr. David James Ferner's specialty?

    Dr. Ferner is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Panama City, FL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. David James Ferner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ferner is affiliated with Hca Florida Gulf Coast Hospital, Ascension Sacred Heart Bay, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. David James Ferner accepting new patients in Panama City, FL?

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

    Does Dr. David James Ferner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ferner's office at (229) 353-6208 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David James Ferner?

    Please contact Dr. Ferner's office at (229) 353-6208 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ferner's office located?

    Dr. Ferner's office is located in Panama City, FL.