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Who is Dr. Sivak, Internist in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Joseph Sivak, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sivak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivak’s office at (336) 864-3130.
Where did Dr. Sivak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Virginia
Is Dr. Sivak board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Sivak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sivak speak?
Dr. Sivak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sivak typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sivak 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. Sivak. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Leaky Tricuspid Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sivak typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Sivak may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sivak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sivak accept my insurance?
Dr. Sivak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 864-3130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sivak accept in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Sivak in Chapel Hill, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Sivak's office located?
What is Dr. Sivak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sivak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902040470.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sivak
What is Dr. Joseph Sivak's specialty?
Dr. Sivak is a Internist near Chapel Hill, NC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.