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Dr. Theresa Amerson, MD

Apex, NC

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Amerson, Internist in Apex, NC?

    Dr. Theresa Amerson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Apex, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Amerson graduated from University of South Carolina and completed her residency at Palmetto Health Richland U Of Sc. Dr. Amerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amerson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amerson’s office at (919) 350-0550.

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

    • Residency: Palmetto Health Richland U Of Sc

    • Medical School: University of South Carolina

    Is Dr. Amerson board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Theresa Amerson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Amerson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Amerson treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Amerson 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. Amerson. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    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:

    • Diabetes Screening
    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, 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:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Amerson perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Theresa Amerson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Amerson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 350-0550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Amerson accept in Apex, NC?

    Dr. Amerson in Apex, 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

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Amerson's office located?

    Dr. Theresa Amerson's Primary Practice

    120 Healthplex Way

    Apex, NC 27502

    (919) 350-0550

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    Dr. Theresa Amerson's Practice 2

    231 N Judd Pkwy NE

    Fuquay Varina, NC 27526

    (919) 235-6410

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    Dr. Theresa Amerson's Practice 3

    400 US 70 Hwy E

    Garner, NC 27529

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

    Dr. Amerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518094093.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amerson?

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

    What is Dr. Theresa Amerson's specialty?

    Dr. Amerson is a Internist near Apex, NC.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Amerson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Theresa Amerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Amerson is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Theresa Amerson accepting new patients in Apex, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Theresa Amerson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Theresa Amerson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amerson's office at (919) 350-0550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Theresa Amerson?

    Please contact Dr. Amerson's office at (919) 350-0550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Theresa Amerson have?

    Dr. Theresa Amerson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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