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Dr. Sydney Harris, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Danville, VA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harris, Family Medicine Specialist in Danville, VA?

    Dr. Sydney Harris, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Danville, VA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Harris graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Mc Leod Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Harris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harris’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harris’s office at (434) 792-4041.

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

    • Residency: Mc Leod Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine | McLeod Regional Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Harris board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sydney Harris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Harris speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Harris typically treat?

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

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Harris typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sydney Harris may include:

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

    Does Dr. Harris accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 792-4041 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harris accept in Danville, VA?

    Dr. Harris in Danville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of North Carolina

    • State of Pennsylvania

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    Where is Dr. Harris' office located?

    Dr. Sydney Harris' Primary Practice

    142 S Main St

    Danville, VA 24541

    (434) 792-4041

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

    Dr. Harris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659371805.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harris?

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

    What is Dr. Sydney Harris's specialty?

    Dr. Harris is a Family Medicine Specialist near Danville, VA.

    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 Dr. Sydney Harris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harris is affiliated with Sovah Health - Danville, Carilion Roanoke Memorial 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

    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 Dr. Sydney Harris accepting new patients in Danville, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Sydney Harris is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sydney Harris offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harris' office at (434) 792-4041 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sydney Harris?

    Please contact Dr. Harris' office at (434) 792-4041 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Harris' office located?

    Dr. Harris' office is located in Danville, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sydney Harris have?

    Dr. Sydney Harris is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.