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Dr. Ronald Polite, MD

Greensboro, NC

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Polite, Internist in Greensboro, NC?

    Dr. Ronald Polite, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Greensboro, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Polite graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Polite is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polite’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polite’s office at (336) 274-3241.

    Where did Dr. Polite go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Internal Medicine | PCOM/Christiana Care Health System Program

    • Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc | Howard Univ College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Polite board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Polite, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Polite speak?

    Dr. Polite and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Polite typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Polite 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. Polite. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Polite typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Polite may include:

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

    Does Dr. Polite accept my insurance?

    Dr. Polite accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 274-3241 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Polite accept in Greensboro, NC?

    Dr. Polite in Greensboro, 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

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Humana

    • Medcost Preferred

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Polite's office located?

    Dr. Ronald Polite's Primary Practice

    301 E Wendover Ave Ste 200

    Greensboro, NC 27401

    (336) 274-3241

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    Dr. Ronald Polite's Practice 2

    2701 Pickett Rd

    Durham, NC 27705

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    Dr. Ronald Polite's Practice 3

    5701 W Friendly Ave

    Greensboro, NC 27410

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    What is Dr. Polite's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Polite's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689775470.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polite?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polite

    What is Dr. Ronald Polite's specialty?

    Dr. Polite is a Internist near Greensboro, NC.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Ronald Polite affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Polite is affiliated with Moses H Cone Memorial 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Ronald Polite accepting new patients in Greensboro, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Polite is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ronald Polite offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Polite's office at (336) 274-3241 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ronald Polite?

    Please contact Dr. Polite's office at (336) 274-3241 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Polite have?

    Dr. Ronald Polite is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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