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Dr. Charles Frankhouser, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Newton, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Frankhouser, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Newton, NC?

    Dr. Charles Frankhouser, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Newton, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Frankhouser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frankhouser’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frankhouser’s office at (828) 466-0466.

    Is Dr. Frankhouser board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Frankhouser, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Frankhouser speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Frankhouser typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Frankhouser 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. Frankhouser. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
    • End-stage alcoholic liver disease
    • Severe alcoholic liver scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
    • K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Cancer
    • Renal cancer
    • Kidney carcinoma
    • Renal cell carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Frankhouser typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Frankhouser may include:

    Please contact Dr. Frankhouser's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Frankhouser accept my insurance?

    Dr. Frankhouser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 466-0466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Frankhouser accept in Newton, NC?

    Dr. Frankhouser in Newton, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Frankhouser's office located?

    Dr. Charles Frankhouser's Primary Practice

    3975 Robinson Rd

    Newton, NC 28658

    (828) 466-0466

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

    Dr. Frankhouser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386963742.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frankhouser?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Frankhouser's specialty?

    Dr. Frankhouser is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Newton, NC.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Charles Frankhouser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Frankhouser is affiliated with Atrium Health Cleveland, Caromont Regional Medical Center, Atrium Health Lincoln which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore 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 Dr. Charles Frankhouser accepting new patients in Newton, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Frankhouser is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Frankhouser offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Frankhouser's office at (828) 466-0466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Frankhouser?

    Please contact Dr. Frankhouser's office at (828) 466-0466 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Frankhouser's office located?

    Dr. Frankhouser's office is located in Newton, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Frankhouser have?

    Dr. Charles Frankhouser is certified by the American Board of Pathology.