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Dr. Brad Bissell, MD

Charlotte, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bissell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Charlotte, NC?

    Dr. Brad Bissell, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bissell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bissell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bissell’s office at (704) 290-5020.

    What languages does Dr. Bissell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bissell treat?

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

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic skin sores
    • Diabetes-related wounds
    • Foot ulcers from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
    • I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcer
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Chronic Venous Ulcer
    • Stasis Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87313: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XD: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, subsequent encounter
    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
    • Skin Condition
    • Open Sore
    • Skin Wound
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Gangrene
    • Tissue Death
    • Necrosis
    • Dead Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Leg Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Right Lower Leg Cut
    • Deep Cut on Right Lower Leg
    • Tear on Right Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81811D: Laceration without foreign body, right lower leg, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Right Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
    • Skin Condition
    • Right calf deep ulcer
    • Fat layer exposed right calf wound
    • Right calf ulcer stage 2

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97212: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ulcer of the Left Heel and Midfoot
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97422: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left heel and midfoot with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Open Breast Wound
    • Breast Disease
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Breast cut
    • Breast injury
    • Traumatic breast wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S21001D: Unspecified open wound of right breast, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Skin Problems from Radiation
    • Radiation Exposure
    • Skin Condition
    • Radiation dermatitis
    • Radiation skin reaction
    • Radiation-induced skin changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of Right Leg Arteries with Calf Ulcer
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PAD with calf wound
    • Right leg artery disease with calf ulcer
    • Vascular ulcer on calf

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70232: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of right leg with ulceration of calf

    What procedures does Dr. Bissell perform?

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

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Deep Wound Cleaning
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
    • 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Does Dr. Bissell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bissell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 290-5020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bissell accept in Charlotte, NC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Agelity

    • Alliance Behavioral Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bissell's office located?

    Dr. Brad Bissell's Primary Practice

    14214 Ballantyne Lake Rd

    Charlotte, NC 28277

    (704) 290-5020

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    Dr. Brad Bissell's Practice 2

    600 Hospital Dr

    Monroe, NC 28112

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    Dr. Brad Bissell's Practice 3

    1550 Faulk St

    Monroe, NC 28112

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

    Dr. Bissell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205026903.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bissell?

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

    What is Dr. Brad Bissell's specialty?

    Dr. Bissell is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Charlotte, 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. Bissell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brad Bissell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bissell is affiliated with Atrium Health Mercy, Atrium Health Cabarrus 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

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    Is Brad Bissell accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Brad Bissell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brad Bissell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bissell's office at (704) 290-5020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brad Bissell?

    Please contact Dr. Bissell's office at (704) 290-5020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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