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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gentry, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Matthew Gentry, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gentry is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gentry’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gentry’s office at (828) 213-1111.
What languages does Dr. Gentry speak?
Dr. Gentry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gentry typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gentry 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. Gentry. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gentry typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Gentry may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Gentry's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gentry accept my insurance?
Dr. Gentry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 213-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gentry accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Gentry 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 and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gentry's office located?
Dr. Matthew Gentry's Primary Practice
509 Biltmore Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 213-1111
What is Dr. Gentry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gentry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568724607.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gentry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gentry
What is Dr. Matthew Gentry's specialty?
Dr. Gentry is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Asheville, NC.
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 this Dr. Matthew Gentry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gentry is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Harris Regional Hospital 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
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Is Matthew Gentry accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Gentry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Gentry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gentry's office at (828) 213-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Gentry?
Please contact Dr. Gentry's office at (828) 213-1111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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