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Dr. Edgardo Diez, MD

Physiatrist

Asheville, NC

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Diez, Physiatrist in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Edgardo Diez, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. 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 as a 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 a Physiatrist like Dr. Diez typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    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

    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:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Diez typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Edgardo Diez may include:

    Please contact Dr. Diez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Diez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Diez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Diez's office located?

    Dr. Edgardo Diez's Primary Practice

    68 Sweeten Creek Rd

    Asheville, NC 28803

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    Dr. Edgardo Diez's Practice 2

    509 Biltmore Ave

    Asheville, NC 28801

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    What hospitals are Dr. Diez affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Diez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Diez's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Edgardo Diez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Diez is affiliated with Mission Hospital 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Edgardo Diez?

    Please contact Dr. Diez's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Diez's office located?

    Dr. Diez's office is located in Asheville, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edgardo Diez have?

    Dr. Edgardo Diez is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.