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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desantis, Family Medicine Specialist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Nicole Desantis, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Desantis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desantis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desantis’s office at (336) 716-4479.
What languages does Dr. Desantis speak?
Dr. Desantis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Desantis treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Desantis 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. Desantis. 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:
- 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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- General Disorder Screening
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Health Screening
- Psychological Assessment
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle atrophy
- Muscle loss
- Muscle shrinkage
- Weak muscles
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62551: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, right thigh
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Desantis perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicole Desantis may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desantis' office.
Does Dr. Desantis accept my insurance?
Dr. Desantis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 716-4479 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desantis accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Desantis in Raleigh, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medcost Preferred
Medicare
State of Oregon
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desantis' office located?
Dr. Nicole Desantis' Primary Practice
7510 Ramble Way Ste 107
Raleigh, NC 27616
(336) 716-4479
What is Dr. Desantis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desantis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518595438.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desantis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desantis
What is Dr. Nicole Desantis's specialty?
Dr. Desantis is a Family Medicine Specialist near Raleigh, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Desantis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicole Desantis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desantis is affiliated with Atrium Health Cabarrus, Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Nicole Desantis accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Desantis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicole Desantis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desantis's office at (336) 716-4479 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicole Desantis?
Please contact Dr. Desantis's office at (336) 716-4479 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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