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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Holcomb, Internist in Spruce Pine, NC?
Dr. Deborah Holcomb, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Spruce Pine, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Holcomb is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Holcomb’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Holcomb’s office.
What languages does Dr. Holcomb speak?
Dr. Holcomb and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Holcomb typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Holcomb 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. Holcomb. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Holcomb typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Holcomb may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Holcomb's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Holcomb accept my insurance?
Dr. Holcomb accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Holcomb accept in Spruce Pine, NC?
Dr. Holcomb in Spruce Pine, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Holcomb's office located?
What is Dr. Holcomb's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Holcomb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407801632.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Holcomb?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Holcomb
What is Dr. Deborah Holcomb's specialty?
Dr. Holcomb is a Internist near Spruce Pine, NC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Deborah Holcomb affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Holcomb is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Ascension St. John Medical Center, Ecu Health North Hospital, Adventhealth Hendersonville, Pelham Medical Center 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Deborah Holcomb accepting new patients in Spruce Pine, NC?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Holcomb is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deborah Holcomb offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Holcomb's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deborah Holcomb?
Please contact Dr. Holcomb's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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