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Dr. Paul Sykes, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Hickory, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sykes, Family Medicine Specialist in Hickory, NC?

    Dr. Paul Sykes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sykes completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Family Medicine. Dr. Sykes is fluent in English, Hmong; Mong, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sykes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sykes’s office at (828) 327-4745.

    Where did Dr. Sykes go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med

    Is Dr. Sykes board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Sykes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sykes speak?

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

    • English
    • Hmong; Mong
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sykes typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sykes 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. Sykes. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sykes typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Sykes may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sykes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sykes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 327-4745 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sykes accept in Hickory, NC?

    Dr. Sykes 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sykes' office located?

    Dr. Paul Sykes' Primary Practice

    1985 Startown Rd Ste 102

    Hickory, NC 28602

    (828) 327-4745

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    Dr. Paul Sykes' Practice 2

    200 Rosenwald School St

    Catawba, NC 28609

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    Dr. Paul Sykes' Practice 3

    50 Macedonia Church Rd # A

    Taylorsville, NC 28681

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

    Dr. Sykes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598782922.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sykes?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Sykes's specialty?

    Dr. Sykes is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hickory, 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 Dr. Paul Sykes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sykes is affiliated with Atrium Health Lincoln, Frye Regional Medical Center, Caromont Regional Medical Center, Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Paul Sykes accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Sykes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Sykes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sykes' office at (828) 327-4745 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Sykes?

    Please contact Dr. Sykes' office at (828) 327-4745 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sykes' office located?

    Dr. Sykes' offices are located in Hickory, NC, Catawba, NC, and Taylorsville, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Sykes have?

    Dr. Paul Sykes is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.