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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gilmer, Family Medicine Specialist in Fletcher, NC?
Dr. Benjamin Gilmer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fletcher, NC. Dr. Gilmer is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gilmer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gilmer’s office at (828) 628-8250.
What languages does Dr. Gilmer speak?
Dr. Gilmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gilmer typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gilmer 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. Gilmer. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gilmer typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Gilmer may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gilmer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gilmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Gilmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 628-8250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gilmer accept in Fletcher, NC?
Dr. Gilmer in Fletcher, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gilmer's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Gilmer's Primary Practice
1542 Cane Creek Rd
Fletcher, NC 28732
(828) 628-8250
What is Dr. Gilmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gilmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295770618.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gilmer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gilmer
What is Dr. Benjamin Gilmer's specialty?
Dr. Gilmer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fletcher, NC.
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. Benjamin Gilmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gilmer is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Duke University Hospital, Adventhealth Hendersonville 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Benjamin Gilmer accepting new patients in Fletcher, NC?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Gilmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Gilmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gilmer's office at (828) 628-8250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Gilmer?
Please contact Dr. Gilmer's office at (828) 628-8250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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