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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Poulos, Family Medicine Specialist in Charleston, WV?
Dr. Despina Poulos, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, WV with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Poulos graduated from St. Matthew's University School of Medicine (Belize), completed her residency at Charleston Area Medical Center/West Virginia University Program, and is currently affiliated with Hospitalists Program. Dr. Poulos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poulos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poulos’s office at (304) 388-5848.
Where did Dr. Poulos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Charleston Area Medical Center/West Virginia University Program
Medical School: St. Matthew's University School of Medicine (Belize)
Is Dr. Poulos board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Despina Poulos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Poulos speak?
Dr. Poulos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poulos typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Poulos 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. Poulos. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poulos typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Despina Poulos may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Poulos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Poulos accept my insurance?
Dr. Poulos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 388-5848 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poulos accept in Charleston, WV?
Dr. Poulos in Charleston, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers Fidelity
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Poulos' office located?
What is Dr. Poulos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poulos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861671984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poulos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poulos
What is Dr. Despina Poulos's specialty?
Dr. Poulos is a Family Medicine Specialist near Charleston, WV.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Despina Poulos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poulos is affiliated with Camc General Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Despina Poulos accepting new patients in Charleston, WV?
Yes, Dr. Despina Poulos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Despina Poulos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poulos's office at (304) 388-5848 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Despina Poulos?
Please contact Dr. Poulos's office at (304) 388-5848 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Despina Poulos have?
Dr. Despina Poulos is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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