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Dr. John Mearns, DO

Wilmington, NC

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Mearns, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. John Mearns, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mearns graduated from University Of Pikeville Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Mearns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mearns’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mearns’s office at (910) 202-3363.

    Where did Dr. Mearns go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Pikeville College / College of Osteopathic Medicine | University Of Pikeville Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mearns speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mearns treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mearns 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. Mearns. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Mood Disorder
    • Affective Disorder
    • Emotional Disorder
    • Mental Health Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Mearns perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mearns' office.

    Does Dr. Mearns accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mearns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 202-3363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mearns accept in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Mearns in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Agelity

    • All Other Third Party

    • Alliance Behavioral Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Mearns' office located?

    Dr. John Mearns' Primary Practice

    4402 Shipyard Blvd

    Wilmington, NC 28403

    (910) 202-3363

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    Dr. John Mearns' Practice 2

    2131 S 17th St

    Wilmington, NC 28401

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    Dr. John Mearns' Practice 3

    507 E Fremont St

    Burgaw, NC 28425

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

    Dr. Mearns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710187869.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mearns?

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

    What is Dr. John Mearns's specialty?

    Dr. Mearns is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Wilmington, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Mearns to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Mearns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Mearns is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Novant Health Pender Medical Center, Novant Health - Imaging Scotts Hill, Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is John Mearns accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?

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

    Does Dr. John Mearns offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mearns's office at (910) 202-3363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Mearns?

    Please contact Dr. Mearns's office at (910) 202-3363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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