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Who is Dr. George, Rheumatologist in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Ronald George is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. George graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University. Dr. George is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. George’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. George’s office at (910) 341-3300.
Where did Dr. George go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. George board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Ronald George is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. George speak?
Dr. George and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. George treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. George 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. George. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Chronic Inflammatory Arthritis
- Autoimmune Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M05841: Other rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of right hand
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- CREST syndrome
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
- Limited scleroderma', 'CREST disease', 'Calcinosis Raynaud's Esophageal Sclerodactyly Telangiectasias
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
- M341: CR(E)ST syndrome
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's disease
- Marie-Strümpell disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M456: Ankylosing spondylitis lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Which procedures does Dr. George perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ronald George may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. George's office.
Does Dr. George accept my insurance?
Dr. George accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 341-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. George accept in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. George in Wilmington, 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 North Carolina
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. George's office located?
Dr. Ronald George's Primary Practice
2421 Silver Stream Ln
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 341-3300
What is Dr. George's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. George's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265657894.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. George?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. George
What is Dr. Ronald George's specialty?
Dr. George is a Rheumatologist near Wilmington, NC. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. George to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ronald George affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, George is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is Ronald George accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?
Yes, Dr. Ronald George is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald George offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (910) 341-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald George?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (910) 341-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald George have?
Dr. Ronald George is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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