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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fuchs, Family Medicine Specialist in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Joiceann Fuchs, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC. Dr. Fuchs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fuchs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fuchs’s office at (910) 343-5300.
What languages does Dr. Fuchs speak?
Dr. Fuchs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fuchs typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fuchs 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. Fuchs. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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
- 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fuchs typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joiceann Fuchs may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Fuchs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fuchs accept my insurance?
Dr. Fuchs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 343-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fuchs accept in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Fuchs in Wilmington, 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
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fuchs' office located?
What is Dr. Fuchs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fuchs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003300302.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fuchs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fuchs
What is Dr. Joiceann Fuchs's specialty?
Dr. Fuchs is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wilmington, 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. Joiceann Fuchs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fuchs is affiliated with Carteret Health Care 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 Joiceann Fuchs accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?
Yes, Dr. Joiceann Fuchs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joiceann Fuchs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fuchs's office at (910) 343-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joiceann Fuchs?
Please contact Dr. Fuchs's office at (910) 343-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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