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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cowherd, Cardiologist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Michael Cowherd, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cowherd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cowherd’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cowherd’s office at (919) 777-9005.
What languages does Dr. Cowherd speak?
Dr. Cowherd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Cowherd typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Cowherd 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. Cowherd. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Cowherd typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Cowherd performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cowherd. 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Cowherd accept my insurance?
Dr. Cowherd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 777-9005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cowherd accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Cowherd in Raleigh, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cowherd's office located?
Dr. Michael Cowherd's Primary Practice
3000 New Bern Ave
Raleigh, NC 27610
(919) 777-9005
What is Dr. Cowherd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cowherd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235557034.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cowherd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cowherd
What is Dr. Michael Cowherd's specialty?
Dr. Cowherd is a Cardiologist near Raleigh, NC.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Michael Cowherd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cowherd is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Cary 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
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Is Michael Cowherd accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Michael Cowherd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Cowherd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cowherd's office at (919) 777-9005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Cowherd?
Please contact Dr. Cowherd's office at (919) 777-9005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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