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Dr. Neal Guffey, MD

Sparta, NC

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    Who is Dr. Guffey, Family Medicine Specialist in Sparta, NC?

    Dr. Neal Guffey, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sparta, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Guffey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guffey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guffey’s office at (704) 749-9560.

    What languages does Dr. Guffey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Guffey treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, 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

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Neal Guffey may include:

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

    Does Dr. Guffey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guffey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 749-9560 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guffey accept in Sparta, NC?

    Dr. Guffey in Sparta, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Guffey's office located?

    Dr. Neal Guffey's Primary Practice

    158 Chestnut Grove Church Rd

    Sparta, NC 28675

    (704) 749-9560

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    Dr. Neal Guffey's Practice 2

    401 4th St SW Ste 202

    Hickory, NC 28602

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    Dr. Neal Guffey's Practice 3

    123 Professional Park Dr Ste 101

    Mooresville, NC 28117

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

    Dr. Guffey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184776155.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guffey?

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

    What is Dr. Neal Guffey's specialty?

    Dr. Guffey is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sparta, 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. Guffey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Neal Guffey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Guffey 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

    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 Neal Guffey accepting new patients in Sparta, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Neal Guffey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neal Guffey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guffey's office at (704) 749-9560 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Neal Guffey?

    Please contact Dr. Guffey's office at (704) 749-9560 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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