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Dr. Thomas Stern, MD
Huntersville, NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stern, Pulmonologist in Huntersville, NC?
Dr. Thomas Stern, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Huntersville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Stern graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine. Dr. Stern is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stern’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stern’s office at (704) 248-0000.
Where did Dr. Stern go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Stern speak?
Dr. Stern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Stern treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Stern 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. Stern. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Excessive Sleepiness with Long Sleep
- Sleep Disorder
- Shift Work Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
- Idiopathic hypersomnia
- Long sleeper syndrome
- Unexplained excessive sleep
- Sleep Problem
- Sleep Disturbance
- Trouble Sleeping
- Shift work disorder
- Night shift sleep problems
- Irregular work schedule sleep issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
- G4711: Idiopathic hypersomnia with long sleep time
- G479: Sleep disorder, unspecified
- G4726: Circadian rhythm sleep disorder, shift work type
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Narcolepsy
- Narcolepsy with Cataplexy
- Sleep Disorder
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Sudden sleep attacks
- Type 2 narcolepsy
- Sudden Sleep Attacks with Muscle Weakness
- Daytime Sleepiness with Cataplexy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G47419: Narcolepsy without cataplexy
- G47411: Narcolepsy with cataplexy
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
- Trouble Sleeping
- Psychophysiologic Insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
- F5104: Psychophysiologic insomnia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Stern perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Stern may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Stern's office.
Does Dr. Stern accept my insurance?
Dr. Stern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 248-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stern accept in Huntersville, NC?
Dr. Stern in Huntersville, 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 Nebraska
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Gordon Food Service
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Stern's office located?
Dr. Thomas Stern's Primary Practice
16507 Northcross Dr Ste F
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 248-0000
What is Dr. Stern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083639439.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stern
What is Dr. Thomas Stern's specialty?
Dr. Stern is a Pulmonologist near Huntersville, NC. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Stern to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Stern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stern is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center, UNC Health Blue Ridge 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
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Is Thomas Stern accepting new patients in Huntersville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Stern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Stern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stern's office at (704) 248-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Stern?
Please contact Dr. Stern's office at (704) 248-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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