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Dr. Carter Wood, MD

Asheville, NC

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Wood, Hospitalist in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Carter Wood, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Wood completed his residency at Lsu Medical Center Of New Orleans. Dr. Wood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wood’s office at (828) 213-4411.

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

    • Residency: Lsu Medical Center Of New Orleans

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wood board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Carter Wood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wood speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Wood typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Wood 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. Wood. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Wood typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Carter Wood may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wood accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 213-4411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wood accept in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Wood in Asheville, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Not Specified

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Wood's office located?

    Dr. Carter Wood's Primary Practice

    1100 Tunnel Rd

    Asheville, NC 28805

    (828) 213-4411

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    Dr. Carter Wood's Practice 2

    430 Rankin Dr

    Marion, NC 28752

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    Dr. Carter Wood's Practice 3

    509 Biltmore Ave

    Asheville, NC 28801

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

    Dr. Wood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366481004.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wood?

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

    What is Dr. Carter Wood's specialty?

    Dr. Wood is a Hospitalist near Asheville, NC.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is this Dr. Carter Wood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Wood is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Charles George Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Carter Wood accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Carter Wood is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carter Wood offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (828) 213-4411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carter Wood?

    Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (828) 213-4411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carter Wood have?

    Dr. Carter Wood is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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