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Who is Dr. Aragon, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Katherine Aragon, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Aragon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aragon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aragon’s office.
What languages does Dr. Aragon speak?
Dr. Aragon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Aragon treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Aragon 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. Aragon. 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:
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Which procedures does Dr. Aragon perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Katherine Aragon may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Aragon's office.
Does Dr. Aragon accept my insurance?
Dr. Aragon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aragon accept in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Aragon in Chapel Hill, 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
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Aragon's office located?
What is Dr. Aragon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aragon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376870337.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aragon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aragon
What is Dr. Katherine Aragon's specialty?
Dr. Aragon is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Chapel Hill, NC. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Aragon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Katherine Aragon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Aragon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unc Hospitals - Chapel Hill. 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Katherine Aragon accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Aragon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Aragon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aragon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Aragon?
Please contact Dr. Aragon's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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