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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Absher, Pain Medicine Specialist in North Wilkesboro, NC?
Dr. Raye Absher is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in North Wilkesboro, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Absher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Absher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Absher’s office at (336) 289-2289.
What languages does Dr. Absher speak?
Dr. Absher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Absher treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Absher 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. Absher. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Absher perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Raye Absher may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Absher's office.
Does Dr. Absher accept my insurance?
Dr. Absher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 289-2289 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Absher accept in North Wilkesboro, NC?
Dr. Absher in North Wilkesboro, 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
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Absher's office located?
Dr. Raye Absher's Primary Practice
190 Independence Ave Ste B
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
(336) 289-2289
What is Dr. Absher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Absher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316552664.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Absher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Absher
What is Dr. Raye Absher's specialty?
Dr. Absher is a Pain Medicine Specialist near North Wilkesboro, NC. Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions. Contact Dr. Absher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Raye Absher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Absher is affiliated with UNC Health Blue Ridge 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 Raye Absher accepting new patients in North Wilkesboro, NC?
Yes, Dr. Raye Absher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raye Absher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Absher's office at (336) 289-2289 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raye Absher?
Please contact Dr. Absher's office at (336) 289-2289 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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