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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Messina, Family Medicine Specialist in Waynesville, NC?
Dr. Elena Messina, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waynesville, NC. Dr. Messina is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Messina’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Messina’s office at (540) 631-3700.
What languages does Dr. Messina speak?
Dr. Messina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Messina typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Messina 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. Messina. 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:
- 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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Messina typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elena Messina may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Messina's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Messina accept my insurance?
Dr. Messina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 631-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Messina accept in Waynesville, NC?
Dr. Messina in Waynesville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Messina's office located?
What is Dr. Messina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Messina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023506474.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Messina?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Messina
What is Dr. Elena Messina's specialty?
Dr. Messina is a Family Medicine Specialist near Waynesville, 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. Elena Messina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Messina is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River 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
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Is Elena Messina accepting new patients in Waynesville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Elena Messina is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elena Messina offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Messina's office at (540) 631-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elena Messina?
Please contact Dr. Messina's office at (540) 631-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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