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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Semelka, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Charles Semelka, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Semelka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Semelka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Semelka’s office at (336) 713-8250.
What languages does Dr. Semelka speak?
Dr. Semelka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Semelka typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Semelka 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. Semelka. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
Also known as:
- Stroke
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Communication Problems from Brain Issues
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Cognitive-linguistic disorder
- Trouble speaking after brain injury
- Difficulty understanding language
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41841: Cognitive communication deficit
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Semelka typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Semelka performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Semelka. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Semelka accept my insurance?
Dr. Semelka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 713-8250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Semelka accept in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Semelka in Winston Salem, 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
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Semelka's office located?
Dr. Charles Semelka's Primary Practice
Medical Center Blvd
Winston Salem, NC 27157
(336) 713-8250
What is Dr. Semelka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Semelka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992238828.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Semelka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Semelka
What is Dr. Charles Semelka's specialty?
Dr. Semelka is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Winston Salem, NC.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Charles Semelka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Semelka is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Charles Semelka accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?
Yes, Dr. Charles Semelka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Semelka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Semelka's office at (336) 713-8250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Semelka?
Please contact Dr. Semelka's office at (336) 713-8250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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