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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peluso, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lexington, NC?
Dr. Christopher Peluso, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Peluso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peluso’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peluso’s office at (336) 248-5161.
What languages does Dr. Peluso speak?
Dr. Peluso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Peluso typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Peluso 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. Peluso. 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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Peluso typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Peluso may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Peluso's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Peluso accept my insurance?
Dr. Peluso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 248-5161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peluso accept in Lexington, NC?
Dr. Peluso in Lexington, 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
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
HealthRight Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Peluso's office located?
Dr. Christopher Peluso's Primary Practice
250 Hospital Dr
Lexington, NC 27292
(336) 248-5161
What is Dr. Peluso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peluso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104261593.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peluso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peluso
What is Dr. Christopher Peluso's specialty?
Dr. Peluso is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lexington, NC.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Christopher Peluso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peluso is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital, Unc Health Blue Ridge 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Peluso accepting new patients in Lexington, NC?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Peluso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Peluso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peluso's office at (336) 248-5161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Peluso?
Please contact Dr. Peluso's office at (336) 248-5161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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