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Who is Dr. Means, Cardiologist in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Gregory Means, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Means is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Means’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Means’s office at (336) 277-2000.
What languages does Dr. Means speak?
Dr. Means and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Means treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Means 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. Means. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
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:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
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
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Which procedures does Dr. Means perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gregory Means may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Means' office.
Does Dr. Means accept my insurance?
Dr. Means accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 277-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Means accept in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Means in Winston Salem, 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 of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
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Where is Dr. Means' office located?
Dr. Gregory Means' Primary Practice
186 Kimel Park Dr
Winston Salem, NC 27103
(336) 277-2000
What is Dr. Means's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Means's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790045268.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Means?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Means
What is Dr. Gregory Means's specialty?
Dr. Means is a Cardiologist near Winston Salem, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Means to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gregory Means affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Means is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center 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
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Is Gregory Means accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Means is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Means offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Means's office at (336) 277-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Means?
Please contact Dr. Means's office at (336) 277-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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