15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farel, Infectious Disease Specialist in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Claire Farel, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Farel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farel’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farel’s office at (919) 966-2063.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Farel?
Dr. Claire Farel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Farel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chapel Hill, NC community, Dr. Farel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Farel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Farel board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Claire Farel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Farel speak?
Dr. Farel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Farel typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Farel 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. Farel. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
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:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Farel typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Claire Farel may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Farel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Farel accept my insurance?
Dr. Farel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 966-2063 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farel accept in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Farel in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Farel's office located?
130 Mason Farm Rd 2nd Floor Bioinformatics Cb#7030
130 Mason Farm Rd Fl 2
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
What is Dr. Farel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710033063.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farel
What is Dr. Claire Farel's specialty?
Dr. Farel is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Chapel Hill, NC.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Claire Farel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farel is affiliated with North Carolina Memorial Hospital-Unc 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Claire Farel accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?
Yes, Dr. Claire Farel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claire Farel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farel's office at (919) 966-2063 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claire Farel?
Please contact Dr. Farel's office at (919) 966-2063 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Claire Farel have?
Dr. Claire Farel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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