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Who is Dr. Movaghar, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Lenoir, NC?
Dr. Sara Movaghar, DO is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lenoir, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Movaghar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Movaghar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Movaghar’s office at (828) 580-5706.
What languages does Dr. Movaghar speak?
Dr. Movaghar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Movaghar typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Movaghar 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. Movaghar. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Movaghar typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Movaghar may include:
Please contact Dr. Movaghar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Movaghar accept my insurance?
Dr. Movaghar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 580-5706 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Movaghar accept in Lenoir, NC?
Dr. Movaghar in Lenoir, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Movaghar's office located?
What is Dr. Movaghar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Movaghar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114311966.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Movaghar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Movaghar
What is Dr. Sara Movaghar's specialty?
Dr. Movaghar is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Lenoir, NC.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Sara Movaghar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Movaghar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Caldwell Memorial Hospital, Catawba Valley Medical Center, Matthews Medical Center. 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Sara Movaghar accepting new patients in Lenoir, NC?
Yes, Dr. Sara Movaghar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Movaghar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Movaghar's office at (828) 580-5706 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Movaghar?
Please contact Dr. Movaghar's office at (828) 580-5706 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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