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Dr. Dwight Willett, MD

Burnsville, NC

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    Who is Dr. Willett, Family Medicine Specialist in Burnsville, NC?

    Dr. Dwight Willett, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Burnsville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Willett is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Willett’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Willett’s office at (828) 688-2104.

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

    Yes, Dr. Dwight Willett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Willett speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Willett 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. Willett. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    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:

    • 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

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dwight Willett may include:

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

    Does Dr. Willett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Willett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 688-2104 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Willett accept in Burnsville, NC?

    Dr. Willett in Burnsville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Not Specified

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Willett's office located?

    Dr. Dwight Willett's Primary Practice

    116 Seven Mile Ridge Rd

    Burnsville, NC 28714

    (828) 688-2104

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    Dr. Dwight Willett's Practice 2

    36 Hospital Dr

    Spruce Pine, NC 28777

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    Dr. Dwight Willett's Practice 3

    621 Micaville Loop Ste 600

    Burnsville, NC 28714

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

    Dr. Willett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598994956.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Willett?

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

    What is Dr. Dwight Willett's specialty?

    Dr. Willett is a Family Medicine Specialist near Burnsville, 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. Dwight Willett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Willett is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dwight Willett accepting new patients in Burnsville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Dwight Willett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dwight Willett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Willett's office at (828) 688-2104 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dwight Willett?

    Please contact Dr. Willett's office at (828) 688-2104 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dwight Willett have?

    Dr. Dwight Willett is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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