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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Plaksin, Internist in Durham, NC?
Dr. Joseph Plaksin, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Plaksin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plaksin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plaksin’s office at (919) 386-0411.
What languages does Dr. Plaksin speak?
Dr. Plaksin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Plaksin typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Plaksin 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. Plaksin. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Plaksin typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Plaksin may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Plaksin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Plaksin accept my insurance?
Dr. Plaksin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 386-0411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plaksin accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. Plaksin in Durham, 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Plaksin's office located?
What is Dr. Plaksin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plaksin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427411024.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plaksin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plaksin
What is Dr. Joseph Plaksin's specialty?
Dr. Plaksin is a Internist near Durham, NC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Joseph Plaksin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Plaksin is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Plaksin accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Plaksin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Plaksin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plaksin's office at (919) 386-0411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Plaksin?
Please contact Dr. Plaksin's office at (919) 386-0411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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