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Dr. James Ferguson, MD

East Islip, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ferguson, Family Medicine Specialist in East Islip, NY?

    Dr. James Ferguson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in East Islip, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Ferguson completed his residency at Southside Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Ferguson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferguson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferguson’s office at (631) 581-2049.

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

    • Residency: Southside Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ferguson board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Ferguson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ferguson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ferguson treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ferguson 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. Ferguson. 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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Wasting
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle atrophy
    • Muscle loss
    • Muscle shrinkage
    • Weak muscles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6258: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, other site

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
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    • Body Weight
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    Which procedures does Dr. Ferguson perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Ferguson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ferguson's office.

    Does Dr. Ferguson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ferguson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 581-2049 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ferguson accept in East Islip, NY?

    Dr. Ferguson in East Islip, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ferguson's office located?

    Dr. James Ferguson's Primary Practice

    170 W Main St

    East Islip, NY 11730

    (631) 581-2049

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    Dr. James Ferguson's Practice 2

    475 Seaview Ave

    Staten Island, NY 10305

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

    Dr. Ferguson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730183013.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferguson?

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

    What is Dr. James Ferguson's specialty?

    Dr. Ferguson is a Family Medicine Specialist near East Islip, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Ferguson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Ferguson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ferguson is affiliated with Peconic Bay Medical Center, South Shore University 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 James Ferguson accepting new patients in East Islip, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James Ferguson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Ferguson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ferguson's office at (631) 581-2049 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Ferguson?

    Please contact Dr. Ferguson's office at (631) 581-2049 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Ferguson have?

    Dr. James Ferguson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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