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Who is Dr. Kragel, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Christopher Kragel, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Kragel graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University and completed his residency at UAB HOSPITAL. Dr. Kragel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kragel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kragel’s office at (828) 253-0762.
Where did Dr. Kragel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UAB HOSPITAL
Medical School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University
What languages does Dr. Kragel speak?
Dr. Kragel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kragel treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Kragel 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. Kragel. 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:
- Other Abnormal Cervical Cell Findings
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- Abnormal Pap Smear
- Unusual Cervical Cells
- Atypical Cervical Cells
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87618: Other abnormal cytological findings on specimens from cervix uteri
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
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:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- ASC-US Pap smear
- Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
- Mildly abnormal Pap test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Kragel perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Kragel may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kragel's office.
Does Dr. Kragel accept my insurance?
Dr. Kragel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 253-0762 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kragel accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Kragel in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other PACE
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Trustmark Insurance Company
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Where is Dr. Kragel's office located?
Dr. Christopher Kragel's Primary Practice
509 Biltmore Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 253-0762
What is Dr. Kragel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kragel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952535775.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kragel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kragel
What is Dr. Christopher Kragel's specialty?
Dr. Kragel is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Asheville, NC. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Kragel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Kragel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kragel 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
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Is Christopher Kragel accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Kragel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Kragel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kragel's office at (828) 253-0762 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Kragel?
Please contact Dr. Kragel's office at (828) 253-0762 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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