MP
31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pontasch, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Highlands, NC?
Dr. Martin Pontasch, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Highlands, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Pontasch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pontasch’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pontasch’s office at (828) 526-1200.
What languages does Dr. Pontasch speak?
Dr. Pontasch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pontasch treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pontasch 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. Pontasch. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, 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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Pontasch perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Martin Pontasch may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pontasch's office.
Does Dr. Pontasch accept my insurance?
Dr. Pontasch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 526-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pontasch accept in Highlands, NC?
Dr. Pontasch in Highlands, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Freedom Health
Humana
Keenan and Associates
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
ProMedica Health System
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Pontasch's office located?
Dr. Martin Pontasch's Primary Practice
190 Hospital Dr
Highlands, NC 28741
(828) 526-1200
What is Dr. Pontasch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pontasch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053408872.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pontasch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pontasch
What is Dr. Martin Pontasch's specialty?
Dr. Pontasch is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Highlands, NC. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Pontasch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Martin Pontasch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pontasch is affiliated with Mercy Health - Defiance 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist with 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 Martin Pontasch accepting new patients in Highlands, NC?
Yes, Dr. Martin Pontasch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Martin Pontasch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pontasch's office at (828) 526-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Martin Pontasch?
Please contact Dr. Pontasch's office at (828) 526-1200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Emergency Medicine Specialist Near Highlands, NC
TJ
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Thomas Johns, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Greenville, SC
DM
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Don Mcneel, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Greenville, SC
MR
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Michael Rey, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
Asheville, NC