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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Poulton, Family Medicine Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Ginger Poulton, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Poulton graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed her residency at Mountain Area Health Education Center Program. Dr. Poulton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poulton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poulton’s office.
Where did Dr. Poulton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mountain Area Health Education Center Program
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
What languages does Dr. Poulton speak?
Dr. Poulton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poulton typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Poulton 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. Poulton. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
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:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poulton typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ginger Poulton may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Poulton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Poulton accept my insurance?
Dr. Poulton 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. Poulton accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Poulton in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
MedCost
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Poulton's office located?
What is Dr. Poulton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poulton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245550185.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poulton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poulton
What is Dr. Ginger Poulton's specialty?
Dr. Poulton is a Family Medicine Specialist near Asheville, 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. Ginger Poulton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poulton is affiliated with Mission Hospital 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ginger Poulton accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Ginger Poulton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ginger Poulton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poulton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ginger Poulton?
Please contact Dr. Poulton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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