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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:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
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 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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 this 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
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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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