DC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Costic, Hospitalist in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Donald Costic, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Costic is fluent in English, Hmong, Mong, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Costic’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Costic’s office.
Is Dr. Costic board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Donald Costic, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Costic speak?
Dr. Costic and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hmong
Mong
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Costic treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Costic 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. Costic. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Which procedures does Dr. Costic perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Donald Costic may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Costic's office.
Does Dr. Costic accept my insurance?
Dr. Costic accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Costic accept in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Costic in Hickory, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Costic's office located?
What is Dr. Costic's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Costic's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689906737.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Costic?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Costic
What is Dr. Donald Costic's specialty?
Dr. Costic is a Hospitalist near Hickory, NC. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Costic to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Donald Costic affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Costic is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Donald Costic accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?
Yes, Dr. Donald Costic is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Costic offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Costic's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Costic?
Please contact Dr. Costic's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Costic have?
Dr. Donald Costic is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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