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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Briggs, Family Medicine Specialist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Douglas Briggs, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Briggs is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Briggs’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Briggs’s office at (984) 222-8000.
What languages does Dr. Briggs speak?
Dr. Briggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Briggs treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Briggs 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. Briggs. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Cholera
- Asiatic cholera
- Epidemic cholera
- Vibrio cholerae infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A000: Cholera due to Vibrio cholerae 01, biovar cholerae
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Which procedures does Dr. Briggs perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Douglas Briggs may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Briggs' office.
Does Dr. Briggs accept my insurance?
Dr. Briggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (984) 222-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Briggs accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Briggs in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
WakeMed
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Where is Dr. Briggs' office located?
Dr. Douglas Briggs' Primary Practice
2605 Blue Ridge Rd Ste 225
Raleigh, NC 27607
(984) 222-8000
Dr. Douglas Briggs' Practice 2
4201 Lake Boone Trl Ste 5
Raleigh, NC 27607
(984) 222-8000
What is Dr. Briggs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Briggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851697965.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Briggs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Briggs
What is Dr. Douglas Briggs's specialty?
Dr. Briggs is a Family Medicine Specialist near Raleigh, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Briggs to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Briggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Briggs is affiliated with Unc Health Rex 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Douglas Briggs accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Briggs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Briggs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Briggs's office at (984) 222-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Briggs?
Please contact Dr. Briggs's office at (984) 222-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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