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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Best, Internist in Forrest City, AR?
Dr. Aaron Best, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Forrest City, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Best is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Best’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Best’s office at (870) 261-0000.
Is Dr. Best board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Aaron Best, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Best speak?
Dr. Best and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Best typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Best 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. Best. 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:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Best typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Aaron Best 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. Best's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Best accept my insurance?
Dr. Best accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (870) 261-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Best accept in Forrest City, AR?
Dr. Best in Forrest City, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Best's office located?
Dr. Aaron Best's Primary Practice
1601 New Castle Rd
Forrest City, AR 72335
(870) 261-0000
What is Dr. Best's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Best's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013954320.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Best?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Best
What is Dr. Aaron Best's specialty?
Dr. Best is a Internist near Forrest City, AR.
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. Aaron Best affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Best is affiliated with St. David's South Austin Medical Center, Navarro Regional Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital 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 Aaron Best accepting new patients in Forrest City, AR?
Yes, Dr. Aaron Best is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aaron Best offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Best's office at (870) 261-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aaron Best?
Please contact Dr. Best's office at (870) 261-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aaron Best have?
Dr. Aaron Best is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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