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Dr. Benjamin Guiney, MD

Rutherfordton, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guiney, Family Medicine Specialist in Rutherfordton, NC?

    Dr. Benjamin Guiney, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rutherfordton, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Guiney is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guiney’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guiney’s office at (828) 586-7351.

    Is Dr. Guiney board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Guiney, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Guiney speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Guiney treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Guiney 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. Guiney. 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:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    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:

    • Respiratory Failure
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Guiney perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Guiney may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Guiney's office.

    Does Dr. Guiney accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guiney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 586-7351 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guiney accept in Rutherfordton, NC?

    Dr. Guiney in Rutherfordton, 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Guiney's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Guiney's Primary Practice

    288 S Ridgecrest Ave

    Rutherfordton, NC 28139

    (828) 586-7351

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    Dr. Benjamin Guiney's Practice 2

    68 Hospital Rd

    Sylva, NC 28779

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    Dr. Benjamin Guiney's Practice 3

    45 Plateau St

    Bryson City, NC 28713

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

    Dr. Guiney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376693317.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guiney?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Guiney's specialty?

    Dr. Guiney is a Family Medicine Specialist near Rutherfordton, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Guiney to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Guiney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guiney 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Benjamin Guiney accepting new patients in Rutherfordton, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Guiney is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Guiney offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guiney's office at (828) 586-7351 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Guiney?

    Please contact Dr. Guiney's office at (828) 586-7351 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Guiney have?

    Dr. Benjamin Guiney is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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