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47 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Parsons, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. James Parsons, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. Parsons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parsons’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parsons’s office at (919) 832-5125.
Where did Dr. Parsons go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Parsons speak?
Dr. Parsons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Parsons treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Parsons 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. Parsons. 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:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
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:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Communication Problems from Brain Issues
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Cognitive-linguistic disorder
- Trouble speaking after brain injury
- Difficulty understanding language
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41841: Cognitive communication deficit
Which procedures does Dr. Parsons perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Parsons may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Parsons' office.
Does Dr. Parsons accept my insurance?
Dr. Parsons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 832-5125 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Parsons accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Parsons in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Parsons' office located?
What is Dr. Parsons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parsons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255372371.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parsons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parsons
What is Dr. James Parsons's specialty?
Dr. Parsons is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Raleigh, NC. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Parsons to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Parsons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Parsons is affiliated with UNC Health Rex which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is James Parsons accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. James Parsons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Parsons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Parsons's office at (919) 832-5125 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Parsons?
Please contact Dr. Parsons's office at (919) 832-5125 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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