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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pointer, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Ivy Pointer, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Pointer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pointer’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pointer’s office at (919) 350-8545.
Is Dr. Pointer board certified in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ivy Pointer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Pointer speak?
Dr. Pointer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pointer treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pointer 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. Pointer. 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:
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
- Asthma Crisis
- Prolonged Asthma Attack
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Newborn Temperature Regulation Problems
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Newborn Temp Control Issues
- Infant Temperature Problems
- Neonatal Temperature Dysregulation
ICD-10 Codes:
- P819: Disturbance of temperature regulation of newborn, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Pointer perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ivy Pointer may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pointer's office.
Does Dr. Pointer accept my insurance?
Dr. Pointer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 350-8545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pointer accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Pointer in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Independence Blue Cross
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pointer's office located?
What is Dr. Pointer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pointer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962629790.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pointer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pointer
What is Dr. Ivy Pointer's specialty?
Dr. Pointer is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Raleigh, NC. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Pointer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ivy Pointer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pointer 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Ivy Pointer accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Ivy Pointer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ivy Pointer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pointer's office at (919) 350-8545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ivy Pointer?
Please contact Dr. Pointer's office at (919) 350-8545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ivy Pointer have?
Dr. Ivy Pointer is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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