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36 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Goforth, Internist in Taylorsville, NC?
Dr. James Goforth, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Taylorsville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Goforth completed his residency at Greenville Hosp System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Goforth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Goforth’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Goforth’s office.
Where did Dr. Goforth go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Greenville Hosp System, Internal Medicine | Greenville Meml Hospital
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc
Is Dr. Goforth board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Goforth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Goforth speak?
Dr. Goforth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Goforth treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Goforth 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. Goforth. 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:
- Dementia
- Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Vascular Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Dementia with behavioral problems
- Cognitive decline with behavior issues
- Memory loss with personality changes
- Multi-infarct dementia
- Cognitive decline from vascular issues
- Dementia due to blood vessel problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
- F0150: Vascular dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Which procedures does Dr. Goforth perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Goforth 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Goforth's office.
Does Dr. Goforth accept my insurance?
Dr. Goforth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Goforth accept in Taylorsville, NC?
Dr. Goforth in Taylorsville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthTeam Advantage (NC)
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Goforth's office located?
What is Dr. Goforth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Goforth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811945470.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Goforth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Goforth
What is Dr. James Goforth's specialty?
Dr. Goforth is a Internist near Taylorsville, 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. Goforth to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Goforth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Goforth is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 James Goforth accepting new patients in Taylorsville, NC?
Yes, Dr. James Goforth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Goforth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Goforth's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Goforth?
Please contact Dr. Goforth's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Goforth have?
Dr. James Goforth is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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