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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dechurch, Hospitalist in Kernersville, NC?
Dr. Frances Dechurch, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Kernersville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Dechurch completed her residency at Geisinger Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Dechurch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dechurch’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dechurch’s office at (336) 564-4866.
Where did Dr. Dechurch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Geisinger Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Geisinger Mc
Is Dr. Dechurch board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Frances Dechurch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dechurch speak?
Dr. Dechurch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dechurch treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Dechurch 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. Dechurch. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Dechurch perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Frances Dechurch may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dechurch's office.
Does Dr. Dechurch accept my insurance?
Dr. Dechurch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 564-4866 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dechurch accept in Kernersville, NC?
Dr. Dechurch in Kernersville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Dechurch's office located?
Dr. Frances Dechurch's Primary Practice
1750 Kernersville Medical Pkwy
Kernersville, NC 27284
(336) 564-4866
What is Dr. Dechurch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dechurch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053402230.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dechurch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dechurch
What is Dr. Frances Dechurch's specialty?
Dr. Dechurch is a Hospitalist near Kernersville, NC. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Dechurch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frances Dechurch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dechurch is affiliated with Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital, Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Frances Dechurch accepting new patients in Kernersville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Frances Dechurch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frances Dechurch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dechurch's office at (336) 564-4866 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frances Dechurch?
Please contact Dr. Dechurch's office at (336) 564-4866 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Frances Dechurch have?
Dr. Frances Dechurch is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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