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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Semmel, Pediatrician in Durham, NC?
Dr. Deborah Semmel is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Semmel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Semmel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Semmel’s office at (919) 620-4467.
What languages does Dr. Semmel speak?
Dr. Semmel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Semmel typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Semmel 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. Semmel. 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:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Semmel typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Semmel may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Semmel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Semmel accept my insurance?
Dr. Semmel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 620-4467 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Semmel accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. Semmel in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Semmel's office located?
Dr. Deborah Semmel's Primary Practice
234 Crooked Creek Pkwy
Durham, NC 27713
(919) 620-4467
3000 Meadowmont Village Circle Suite 311
Harris Smith Ob/Gyn 3000 Meadowmont Village Circle Suite 311
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
What is Dr. Semmel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Semmel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285797068.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Semmel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Semmel
What is Dr. Deborah Semmel's specialty?
Dr. Semmel is a Pediatrician near Durham, NC.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Deborah Semmel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Semmel is affiliated with Duke University 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Deborah Semmel accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Semmel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deborah Semmel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Semmel's office at (919) 620-4467 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deborah Semmel?
Please contact Dr. Semmel's office at (919) 620-4467 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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