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31 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Diez, Physiatrist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Edgardo Diez, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Diez graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe and completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Diez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diez’s office.
Where did Dr. Diez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine | Albany Medical Center Program
Medical School: Central University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine | Universidad Central Del Caribe
Is Dr. Diez board certified in Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Edgardo Diez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Diez speak?
Dr. Diez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Diez treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Diez 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. Diez. 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Post-stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from stroke
- Stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain bleed
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69151: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage affecting right dominant side
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- Amputation Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Limb Loss
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
- Post-amputation care
- Limb loss recovery
- Amputee rehabilitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
- Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0D: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter
- S065XAD: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Left Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
- Left Femur Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Critical Illness Myopathy
- Muscle Disorder
- ICU-acquired weakness
- Critical care myopathy
- Muscle weakness after severe illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7281: Critical illness myopathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
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:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Which procedures does Dr. Diez perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Edgardo Diez may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Diez's office.
Does Dr. Diez accept my insurance?
Dr. Diez 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. Diez accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Diez in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
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Where is Dr. Diez's office located?
What is Dr. Diez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194823526.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diez
What is Dr. Edgardo Diez's specialty?
Dr. Diez is a Physiatrist near Asheville, NC. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Diez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edgardo Diez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Diez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Edgardo Diez accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Edgardo Diez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edgardo Diez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edgardo Diez?
Please contact Dr. Diez's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edgardo Diez have?
Dr. Edgardo Diez is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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