Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nigro, Internist in Lynchburg, VA?
Dr. Darlene Nigro, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lynchburg, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nigro graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at HackensackUMC Mountainside Program. Dr. Nigro is fluent in English, Italian, and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nigro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nigro’s office at (540) 586-7273.
Where did Dr. Nigro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: HackensackUMC Mountainside Program
Medical School: University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nigro speak?
Dr. Nigro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Japanese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Nigro typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Nigro 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. Nigro. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Atypical Anxiety
- Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
- Specific Anxiety Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Nigro typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Darlene Nigro may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Nigro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nigro accept my insurance?
Dr. Nigro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 586-7273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nigro accept in Lynchburg, VA?
Dr. Nigro in Lynchburg, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nigro's office located?
Dr. Darlene Nigro's Primary Practice
1901 Tate Springs Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24501
(540) 586-7273
What is Dr. Nigro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nigro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881695393.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nigro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nigro
What is Dr. Darlene Nigro's specialty?
Dr. Nigro is a Internist near Lynchburg, VA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Darlene Nigro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nigro is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Darlene Nigro accepting new patients in Lynchburg, VA?
Yes, Dr. Darlene Nigro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darlene Nigro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nigro's office at (540) 586-7273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darlene Nigro?
Please contact Dr. Nigro's office at (540) 586-7273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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