Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bess, Family Medicine Specialist in Keyser, WV?
Dr. Charles Bess, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Keyser, WV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bess graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Anderson Area Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Bess is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bess’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bess’s office.
Where did Dr. Bess go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Anderson Area Med Ctr, Family Medicine | AnMed Health (Anderson) Program
Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl | University of Central Florida College of Medicine | Tairunnessa Memorial Medical College and Hospital
Is Dr. Bess board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Bess, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bess speak?
Dr. Bess and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bess typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bess 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. Bess. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bess typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bess 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. Bess. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Bess accept my insurance?
Dr. Bess accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bess accept in Keyser, WV?
Dr. Bess in Keyser, WV 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)
HealthRight Group
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bess' office located?
What is Dr. Bess's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528069614.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bess?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bess
What is Dr. Charles Bess's specialty?
Dr. Bess is a Family Medicine Specialist near Keyser, WV.
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. Charles Bess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bess is affiliated with Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital, Upmc Western Maryland 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
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Is Charles Bess accepting new patients in Keyser, WV?
Yes, Dr. Charles Bess is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Bess offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bess's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Bess?
Please contact Dr. Bess's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Bess have?
Dr. Charles Bess is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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