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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Presswood, Internist in Morehead City, NC?
Dr. Claire Presswood is an Internist, who primarily practices in Morehead City, NC. Dr. Presswood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Presswood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Presswood’s office at (704) 489-3102.
What languages does Dr. Presswood speak?
Dr. Presswood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Presswood typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Presswood 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. Presswood. 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:
- 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:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Low Blood Sugar
- Hypoglycemia
- Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia)
- Blood Sugar Drop
- Sugar Crash
ICD-10 Codes:
- E162: Hypoglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Presswood typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Claire Presswood may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Presswood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Presswood accept my insurance?
Dr. Presswood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 489-3102 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Presswood accept in Morehead City, NC?
Dr. Presswood in Morehead City, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Presswood's office located?
Dr. Claire Presswood's Primary Practice
623 N 35th St
Morehead City, NC 28557
(704) 489-3102
What is Dr. Presswood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Presswood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730525932.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Presswood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Presswood
What is Dr. Claire Presswood's specialty?
Dr. Presswood is a Internist near Morehead City, NC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Claire Presswood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Presswood is affiliated with Carteret Health Care 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Claire Presswood accepting new patients in Morehead City, NC?
Yes, Dr. Claire Presswood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claire Presswood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Presswood's office at (704) 489-3102 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claire Presswood?
Please contact Dr. Presswood's office at (704) 489-3102 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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