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Dr. Benjamin Craighead, MD
Salisbury, NC
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Craighead, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Salisbury, NC?
Dr. Benjamin Craighead, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salisbury, NC. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Craighead completed his residency at Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Craighead is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Craighead’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Craighead’s office at (704) 636-5576.
Where did Dr. Craighead go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Pediatrics | Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
Is Dr. Craighead board certified in Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Craighead, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Craighead speak?
Dr. Craighead and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Craighead treat?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Craighead 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. Craighead. 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:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Craighead perform as a Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Benjamin Craighead may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Craighead's office.
Does Dr. Craighead accept my insurance?
Dr. Craighead accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 636-5576 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Craighead accept in Salisbury, NC?
Dr. Craighead in Salisbury, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
First Health Group
Medicaid
Other TPA
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Craighead's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Craighead's Primary Practice
129 Woodson St
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 636-5576
What is Dr. Craighead's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Craighead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619075470.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Craighead?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Craighead
What is Dr. Benjamin Craighead's specialty?
Dr. Craighead is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Salisbury, NC. Contact Dr. Craighead to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Craighead affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Craighead is affiliated with Piedmont Eastside Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
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Is Benjamin Craighead accepting new patients in Salisbury, NC?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Craighead is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Craighead offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Craighead's office at (704) 636-5576 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Craighead?
Please contact Dr. Craighead's office at (704) 636-5576 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Craighead have?
Dr. Benjamin Craighead is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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