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Dr. Joel Hedlund, MD

Dr. Joel Hedlund, MD

Charlotte, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hedlund, Diagnostic Radiologist in Charlotte, NC?

    Dr. Joel Hedlund, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hedlund graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine and completed his residency at Medical University of South Carolina Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the ACR, NC-ACR, NCMS, MCMS, RSNA. Dr. Hedlund is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hedlund’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hedlund’s office at (704) 334-7800.

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

    • Residency: Medical University of South Carolina Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johns | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine | Rutgers

    Is Dr. Hedlund board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Hedlund, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology , American Board of Radiology since 2003

    What languages does Dr. Hedlund speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hedlund treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Hedlund 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. Hedlund. 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Lung Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Respiratory cancer screening
    • Pulmonary cancer check
    • Lung tumor screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
    • R188: Other ascites

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Intestinal Condition
    • Colonic Disease
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel Conditions
    • Gut Problems
    • Digestive Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    What procedures does Dr. Hedlund perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Hedlund 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. Hedlund. 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:

    • 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Tissue Sample
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip

    CPT Codes:

    • 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Hedlund accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hedlund accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 334-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Dollar General

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Hedlund's office located?

    Dr. Joel Hedlund's Primary Practice

    1025 Morehead Medical Dr Ste 100

    Charlotte, NC 28204

    (704) 334-7800

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    Dr. Joel Hedlund's Practice 2

    275 N NC 16 Business Hwy

    Denver, NC 28037

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    Dr. Joel Hedlund's Practice 3

    2700 S Providence Rd

    Waxhaw, NC 28173

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    ACR, NC-ACR, NCMS, MCMS, RSNA

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

    Dr. Hedlund's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538114863.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hedlund?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Hedlund's specialty?

    Dr. Hedlund is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Charlotte, NC. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Hedlund to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joel Hedlund affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hedlund is affiliated with Atrium Health Lincoln, Atrium Health Cabarrus, Atrium Health Pineville, Atrium Health Cleveland, Atrium Health University City 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 Joel Hedlund accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Hedlund is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Hedlund offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hedlund's office at (704) 334-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joel Hedlund?

    Please contact Dr. Hedlund's office at (704) 334-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Hedlund have?

    Dr. Joel Hedlund is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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