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Dr. Richard Ferro, MD

Wilmington, NC

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    Who is Dr. Ferro, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Richard Ferro, MD is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Ferro completed his residency at Mem Hosp Of Burlington Co, Family Medicine; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Family Medicine. Dr. Ferro is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferro’s office at (910) 615-1220.

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

    • Residency: Mem Hosp Of Burlington Co, Family Medicine; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj

    Is Dr. Ferro board certified in Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Ferro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ferro speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Ferro treat?

    As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ferro 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. Ferro. 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
    • Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure
    • Contact with STD
    • Suspected STI exposure
    • Sexual disease contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
    • Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Sprain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain
    • Cervical Ligament Sprain
    • Whiplash
    • Strained Neck Ligaments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
    • S134XXA: Sprain of ligaments of cervical spine, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
    • Vaginitis
    • Acute Vaginitis
    • Sudden Vaginal Infection
    • Vaginal Irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N760: Acute vaginitis

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

    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:

    • 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:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ferro perform as a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Does Dr. Ferro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ferro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 615-1220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ferro accept in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Ferro in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Alliance Behavioral Healthcare

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

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    Where is Dr. Ferro's office located?

    Dr. Richard Ferro's Primary Practice

    8066B Market St

    Wilmington, NC 28411

    (910) 615-1220

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    Dr. Richard Ferro's Practice 2

    3603 Davis Dr Ste 105

    Morrisville, NC 27560

    (910) 859-2273

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    Dr. Richard Ferro's Practice 3

    1638 Owen Dr

    Fayetteville, NC 28304

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

    Dr. Ferro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962536516.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferro?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Ferro's specialty?

    Dr. Ferro is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near Wilmington, NC. A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care. Contact Dr. Ferro to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Ferro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ferro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith - Rainey Specialty Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Primary Care Sports 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 Richard Ferro accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Ferro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Ferro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ferro's office at (910) 615-1220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Ferro?

    Please contact Dr. Ferro's office at (910) 615-1220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Ferro have?

    Dr. Richard Ferro is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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