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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vaughan, Family Medicine Specialist in Southport, NC?
Dr. Kristos Vaughan, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Southport, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vaughan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vaughan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vaughan’s office at (910) 454-1234.
What languages does Dr. Vaughan speak?
Dr. Vaughan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vaughan typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vaughan 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. Vaughan. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vaughan typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristos Vaughan may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Vaughan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vaughan accept my insurance?
Dr. Vaughan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 454-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vaughan accept in Southport, NC?
Dr. Vaughan in Southport, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vaughan's office located?
Dr. Kristos Vaughan's Primary Practice
3009 Medical Plaza Ln
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 454-1234
What is Dr. Vaughan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vaughan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134449291.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaughan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vaughan
What is Dr. Kristos Vaughan's specialty?
Dr. Vaughan is a Family Medicine Specialist near Southport, NC.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Kristos Vaughan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vaughan is affiliated with Bryan East Campus 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kristos Vaughan accepting new patients in Southport, NC?
Yes, Dr. Kristos Vaughan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristos Vaughan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vaughan's office at (910) 454-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristos Vaughan?
Please contact Dr. Vaughan's office at (910) 454-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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