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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Townsend, Pediatric Radiologist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Brent Townsend, MD is a Pediatric Radiologist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC. Dr. Townsend graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr. Townsend is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Townsend’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Townsend’s office at (919) 787-7411.
Where did Dr. Townsend go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Townsend speak?
Dr. Townsend and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Radiologist like Dr. Townsend typically treat?
As a Pediatric Radiologist, Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
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
What procedures does a Pediatric Radiologist like Dr. Townsend typically perform?
As a Pediatric Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Brent Townsend 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. Townsend's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Townsend accept my insurance?
Dr. Townsend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 787-7411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Townsend accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Townsend in Raleigh, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Not Specified
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Townsend's office located?
What is Dr. Townsend's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Townsend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457565806.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Townsend?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Townsend
What is Dr. Brent Townsend's specialty?
Dr. Townsend is a Pediatric Radiologist near Raleigh, NC.
What does a Pediatric Radiologist do?
A pediatric radiologist specializes in all forms of diagnostic imaging related to the treatment of diseases in newborns, infants, children, and adolescents. This specialist possesses expertise in both imaging and interventional procedures for managing pediatric diseases. They must have a high knowledge and thorough understanding of organ systems as they relate to growth and development, congenital malformations, diseases specific to children, and conditions that begin in childhood and lead to significant impairment in adulthood.
Is this Dr. Brent Townsend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Townsend is affiliated with Unc Health Rex, Unc Health Johnston Clayton, Wakemed Cary Hospital, Duke University Hospital 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 Pediatric Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brent Townsend accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Brent Townsend is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brent Townsend offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (919) 787-7411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brent Townsend?
Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (919) 787-7411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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