Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prestwood, Internist in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Jessica Prestwood, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Prestwood graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Prestwood is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prestwood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prestwood’s office.
Where did Dr. Prestwood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prestwood speak?
Dr. Prestwood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Prestwood typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Prestwood 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. Prestwood. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Prestwood typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Prestwood 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. Prestwood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prestwood accept my insurance?
Dr. Prestwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prestwood accept in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Prestwood in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
WakeMed
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Where is Dr. Prestwood's office located?
What is Dr. Prestwood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prestwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194946186.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prestwood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prestwood
What is Dr. Jessica Prestwood's specialty?
Dr. Prestwood is a Internist near Chapel Hill, 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. Jessica Prestwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prestwood is affiliated with Wakemed Cary 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
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Is Jessica Prestwood accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?
No, Dr. Jessica Prestwood is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jessica Prestwood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prestwood's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jessica Prestwood?
Please contact Dr. Prestwood's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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