Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meares, Pediatrician in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Ben Meares, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Meares completed his residency at Greenville Hospital System. Dr. Meares is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meares’s office at (919) 781-7490.
Where did Dr. Meares go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Greenville Hospital System
Is Dr. Meares board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Ben Meares, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Meares speak?
Dr. Meares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Meares typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Meares 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. Meares. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Meares typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Meares 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. Meares. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Meares accept my insurance?
Dr. Meares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 781-7490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meares accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Meares in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Design Plus
Independence Health Group
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Meares' office located?
Dr. Ben Meares' Primary Practice
2800 Blue Ridge Rd Ste 401
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 781-7490
What is Dr. Meares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134158280.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meares
What is Dr. Ben Meares's specialty?
Dr. Meares is a Pediatrician near Raleigh, NC.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Ben Meares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meares is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Ben Meares accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Ben Meares is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ben Meares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meares's office at (919) 781-7490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ben Meares?
Please contact Dr. Meares's office at (919) 781-7490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ben Meares have?
Dr. Ben Meares is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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