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Dr. Teresa Fralix, MD, PHD

Hendersonville, NC

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fralix, Family Medicine Specialist in Hendersonville, NC?

    Dr. Teresa Fralix, MD, PHD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hendersonville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Fralix completed her residency at Mountain Area Hlth Ed Ctr, Family Medicine; Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Fralix is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fralix’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fralix’s office at (828) 692-4289.

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

    • Residency: Mountain Area Hlth Ed Ctr, Family Medicine; Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    Is Dr. Fralix board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Teresa Fralix, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fralix speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fralix typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fralix 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. Fralix. 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:

    • Other Widespread Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Other Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Other Multiple Joint Arthritis
    • Other Polyarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M158: Other polyosteoarthritis

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fralix typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fralix 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. Fralix. 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:

    • 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)

    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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Fralix accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fralix accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 692-4289 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fralix accept in Hendersonville, NC?

    Dr. Fralix in Hendersonville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fralix's office located?

    Dr. Teresa Fralix's Primary Practice

    2579 Chimney Rock Rd

    Hendersonville, NC 28792

    (828) 692-4289

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    Dr. Teresa Fralix's Practice 2

    29 W French Broad St Ste 202

    Brevard, NC 28712

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    Dr. Teresa Fralix's Practice 3

    490 Hospital Dr

    Clyde, NC 28721

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

    Dr. Fralix's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992888291.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fralix?

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

    What is Dr. Teresa Fralix's specialty?

    Dr. Fralix is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hendersonville, 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. Teresa Fralix affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fralix is affiliated with Unc Health Pardee, Adventhealth Hendersonville 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Teresa Fralix accepting new patients in Hendersonville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Teresa Fralix is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Teresa Fralix offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fralix's office at (828) 692-4289 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Teresa Fralix?

    Please contact Dr. Fralix's office at (828) 692-4289 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Teresa Fralix have?

    Dr. Teresa Fralix is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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