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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Essenberg, Diagnostic Radiologist in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. James Essenberg, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Essenberg is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Essenberg’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Essenberg’s office at (704) 334-7800.
What languages does Dr. Essenberg speak?
Dr. Essenberg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Essenberg typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Essenberg 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. Essenberg. 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:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Neck Injury
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Trauma
- Neck Damage
- Injured Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Injury
- Back Injuries
- Lumbar Injury
- Back Trauma
- Spinal Injury
- Lower Back Pain Cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- S3992XA: Unspecified injury of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown location
- Trauma
- Injury, unknown type
ICD-10 Codes:
- T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Essenberg typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Essenberg may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Essenberg's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Essenberg accept my insurance?
Dr. Essenberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 334-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Essenberg accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Essenberg in Charlotte, 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Fidelity Insurance Group
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Essenberg's office located?
Dr. James Essenberg's Primary Practice
5735 Prosperity Crossing Dr Ste 100
Charlotte, NC 28269
(704) 334-7800
What is Dr. Essenberg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Essenberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568729705.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Essenberg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Essenberg
What is Dr. James Essenberg's specialty?
Dr. Essenberg is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Charlotte, NC.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. James Essenberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Essenberg is affiliated with Atrium Health Cabarrus, Atrium Health Mercy, Atrium Health Pineville, Atrium Health University City, Atrium Health Lincoln, Atrium Health Cleveland which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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 James Essenberg accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. James Essenberg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Essenberg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Essenberg's office at (704) 334-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Essenberg?
Please contact Dr. Essenberg's office at (704) 334-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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