Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Busby-Whitehead, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Chapel Hill, NC?
Where did Dr. Busby-Whitehead go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: National Institute of Aging, Metabolism, Maryland, USA | VAMC/University of Florida, Geriatric Medicine, Florida, USA | VA Medical Center, Gainesville, FL, Geriatrics
Residency: John Sealy Hospital
Is Dr. Busby-Whitehead board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Mary Busby-Whitehead, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1983
What languages does Dr. Busby-Whitehead speak?
Dr. Busby-Whitehead and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Busby-Whitehead typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Busby-Whitehead 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. Busby-Whitehead. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Busby-Whitehead typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mary Busby-Whitehead may include:
Please contact Dr. Busby-Whitehead's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Busby-Whitehead accept my insurance?
Dr. Busby-Whitehead accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 957-6599 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Busby-Whitehead accept in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Busby-Whitehead in Chapel Hill, 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
Cigna Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Busby-Whitehead's office located?
Dr. Mary Busby-Whitehead's Primary Practice
100 Eastowne Dr
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(919) 957-6599
What hospitals are Dr. Busby-Whitehead affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Busby-Whitehead has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Member of American College of Physicians
Member of American Medical Association
Member of Gerontological Society of America
Member of American Geriatrics Society
What is Dr. Busby-Whitehead's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Busby-Whitehead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952356263.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Busby-Whitehead?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Busby-Whitehead