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Who is Dr. Garg, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Hampstead, NC?
Dr. Shyam Garg, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hampstead, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Garg graduated from Rohtak, Punjab U-India and completed his residency at New Hanover Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Garg is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garg’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garg’s office at (910) 270-2722.
Where did Dr. Garg go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New Hanover Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | New Hanover Regional Medical Center Program
Medical School: Pbd Sharma Postgrad Institute M S M Dayanand University Rohtak Haryana India | Rohtak, Punjab U-India | Pt. B.D.S. Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Garg board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shyam Garg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garg speak?
Dr. Garg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garg typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garg 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. Garg. 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:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garg typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shyam Garg may include:
Please contact Dr. Garg's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garg accept my insurance?
Dr. Garg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 270-2722 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garg accept in Hampstead, NC?
Dr. Garg in Hampstead, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Liberty Health
Medicare
State of North Carolina
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Garg's office located?
What is Dr. Garg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063587095.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garg
What is Dr. Shyam Garg's specialty?
Dr. Garg is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Hampstead, NC.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Shyam Garg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Garg 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Shyam Garg accepting new patients in Hampstead, NC?
Yes, Dr. Shyam Garg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shyam Garg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garg's office at (910) 270-2722 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shyam Garg?
Please contact Dr. Garg's office at (910) 270-2722 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shyam Garg have?
Dr. Shyam Garg is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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