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Dr. Carol Bernier, DO

Dr. Carol Bernier, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lexington, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bernier, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lexington, VA?

    Dr. Carol Bernier, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bernier graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at OMNEE/Carilion Clinic Program. Dr. Bernier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bernier’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bernier’s office.

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

    • Residency: OMNEE/Carilion Clinic Program

    • Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bernier speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bernier typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bernier 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. Bernier. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bernier typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carol Bernier may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bernier accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bernier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bernier accept in Lexington, VA?

    Dr. Bernier in Lexington, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Bernier's office located?

    Dr. Carol Bernier's Primary Practice

    1 Health Cir

    Lexington, VA 24450

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    Dr. Carol Bernier's Practice 2

    1906 Belleview Ave SE

    Roanoke, VA 24014

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

    Dr. Bernier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063711596.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bernier?

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

    What is Dr. Carol Bernier's specialty?

    Dr. Bernier is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lexington, VA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Carol Bernier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bernier is affiliated with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Carilion New River Valley Medical Center, Lewisgale Medical Center, Sovah Health - Danville 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Carol Bernier accepting new patients in Lexington, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Carol Bernier is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carol Bernier offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bernier's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carol Bernier?

    Please contact Dr. Bernier's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bernier's office located?

    Dr. Bernier's offices are located in Lexington, VA and Roanoke, VA.