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Dr. John Pierson

Roanoke, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pierson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Roanoke, VA?

    Dr. John Pierson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Roanoke, VA. Dr. Pierson is currently affiliated with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Dr. Pierson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pierson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pierson’s office at (540) 981-7000.

    What languages does Dr. Pierson speak?

    Dr. Pierson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pierson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pierson 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. Pierson. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pierson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Pierson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Pierson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Pierson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pierson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 981-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pierson accept in Roanoke, VA?

    Dr. Pierson in Roanoke, VA 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Pierson's office located?

    Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

    1906 Belleview Ave SE

    Roanoke, VA 24014

    (540) 981-7000

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    What is Dr. Pierson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Pierson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902254303.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pierson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pierson

    What is Dr. John Pierson's specialty?

    Dr. Pierson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Roanoke, VA.

    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. John Pierson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pierson is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Frye Regional Medical Center, Harris Regional Hospital, Adventhealth Hendersonville, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is John Pierson accepting new patients in Roanoke, VA?

    Yes, Dr. John Pierson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Pierson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pierson's office at (540) 981-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Pierson?

    Please contact Dr. Pierson's office at (540) 981-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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