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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bracewell, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Stephen Bracewell, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bracewell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bracewell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bracewell’s office at (828) 322-2644.
What languages does Dr. Bracewell speak?
Dr. Bracewell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Bracewell typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Bracewell 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. Bracewell. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Bracewell typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Bracewell 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. Bracewell. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Bracewell accept my insurance?
Dr. Bracewell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 322-2644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bracewell accept in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Bracewell in Hickory, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bracewell's office located?
What is Dr. Bracewell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bracewell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568858868.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bracewell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bracewell
What is Dr. Stephen Bracewell's specialty?
Dr. Bracewell is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Hickory, NC.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Stephen Bracewell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bracewell is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, Mission 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
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Is Stephen Bracewell accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Bracewell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Bracewell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bracewell's office at (828) 322-2644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Bracewell?
Please contact Dr. Bracewell's office at (828) 322-2644 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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