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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hicks, Cardiologist in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Justin Hicks, DO is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hicks is fluent in English, Hmong; Mong, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hicks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hicks’s office at (828) 326-3000.
What languages does Dr. Hicks speak?
Dr. Hicks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hmong; Mong
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Hicks typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Hicks 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. Hicks. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Hicks typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Justin Hicks may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Hicks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hicks accept my insurance?
Dr. Hicks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 326-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hicks accept in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Hicks in Hickory, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Oscar Health
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of North Carolina
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hicks' office located?
Dr. Justin Hicks' Primary Practice
810 Fairgrove Church Rd
Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 326-3000
What is Dr. Hicks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hicks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629458658.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hicks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hicks
What is Dr. Justin Hicks's specialty?
Dr. Hicks is a Cardiologist near Hickory, NC.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Justin Hicks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hicks is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Justin Hicks accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?
Yes, Dr. Justin Hicks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Justin Hicks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hicks's office at (828) 326-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Justin Hicks?
Please contact Dr. Hicks's office at (828) 326-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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