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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Beard, Family Medicine Specialist in Meridian, MS?
Dr. Michael Beard, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Meridian, MS with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Beard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Beard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Beard’s office at (601) 482-4955.
What languages does Dr. Beard speak?
Dr. Beard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Beard typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Beard 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. Beard. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Beard typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Beard 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. Beard. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Beard accept my insurance?
Dr. Beard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 482-4955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Beard accept in Meridian, MS?
Dr. Beard in Meridian, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Beard's office located?
Dr. Michael Beard's Primary Practice
905C S Frontage Rd
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 482-4955
What is Dr. Beard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Beard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629701149.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Beard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Beard
What is Dr. Michael Beard's specialty?
Dr. Beard is a Family Medicine Specialist near Meridian, MS.
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. Michael Beard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Beard is affiliated with Ochsner Rush Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Beard accepting new patients in Meridian, MS?
Yes, Dr. Michael Beard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Beard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Beard's office at (601) 482-4955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Beard?
Please contact Dr. Beard's office at (601) 482-4955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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