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Dr. Rex Dancel, MD

Durham, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dancel, Family Medicine Specialist in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Rex Dancel, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dancel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dancel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dancel’s office at (919) 385-4904.

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

    Yes, Dr. Rex Dancel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dancel speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

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

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    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:

    • 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:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rex Dancel may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dancel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dancel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 385-4904 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dancel accept in Durham, NC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Not Specified

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dancel's office located?

    Dr. Rex Dancel's Primary Practice

    5716 Fayetteville Rd

    Durham, NC 27713

    (919) 385-4904

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    Dr. Rex Dancel's Practice 2

    801 W Barbee Chapel Rd # 200

    Chapel Hill, NC 27517

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    Dr. Rex Dancel's Practice 3

    50 Craggenmore Dr

    Pittsboro, NC 27312

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

    Dr. Dancel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336278886.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dancel?

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

    What is Dr. Rex Dancel's specialty?

    Dr. Dancel is a Family Medicine Specialist near Durham, 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. Rex Dancel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dancel is affiliated with Duke University Hospital 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 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 Rex Dancel accepting new patients in Durham, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Rex Dancel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rex Dancel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dancel's office at (919) 385-4904 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rex Dancel?

    Please contact Dr. Dancel's office at (919) 385-4904 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rex Dancel have?

    Dr. Rex Dancel is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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