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Dr. Mark Abel, MD

Rocky Mount, NC

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Abel, Family Medicine Specialist in Rocky Mount, NC?

    Dr. Mark Abel, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rocky Mount, NC. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Abel graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Franciscan Med Ctr-Dayton, Family Medicine. Dr. Abel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abel’s office at (252) 443-3133.

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

    • Residency: Franciscan Med Ctr-Dayton, Family Medicine | Wright State University/Dayton Community Hospitals Program

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Abel board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Abel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Abel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abel typically treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Body Fat
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
    • Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
    • Z6833: Body mass index [BMI] 33.0-33.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    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:

    • Impaired Glucose Tolerance
    • Blood Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Glucose Tolerance)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Oral)
    • Glucose Intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7302: Impaired glucose tolerance (oral)

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abel typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Abel may include:

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

    Does Dr. Abel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 443-3133 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abel accept in Rocky Mount, NC?

    Dr. Abel in Rocky Mount, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Abel's office located?

    Dr. Mark Abel's Primary Practice

    804 English Rd Ste 100

    Rocky Mount, NC 27804

    (252) 443-3133

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

    Dr. Abel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225180961.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abel?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Abel's specialty?

    Dr. Abel is a Family Medicine Specialist near Rocky Mount, NC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Mark Abel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Abel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Mark Abel accepting new patients in Rocky Mount, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Abel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Abel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abel's office at (252) 443-3133 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Abel?

    Please contact Dr. Abel's office at (252) 443-3133 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Abel have?

    Dr. Mark Abel is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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