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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bridges, Hospitalist in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Michael Bridges, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Bridges is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bridges’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bridges’s office at (910) 609-4000.
Is Dr. Bridges board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Bridges, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Bridges speak?
Dr. Bridges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bridges treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bridges 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. Bridges. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Bridges perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Bridges may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bridges' office.
Does Dr. Bridges accept my insurance?
Dr. Bridges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 609-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bridges accept in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Bridges in Hickory, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
Other TPA
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Where is Dr. Bridges' office located?
Dr. Michael Bridges' Primary Practice
810 Fairgrove Church Rd
Hickory, NC 28602
(910) 609-4000
What is Dr. Bridges's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bridges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811999360.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bridges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bridges
What is Dr. Michael Bridges's specialty?
Dr. Bridges is a Hospitalist near Hickory, NC. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Bridges to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Bridges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bridges is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Michael Bridges accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?
Yes, Dr. Michael Bridges is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Bridges offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bridges's office at (910) 609-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Bridges?
Please contact Dr. Bridges's office at (910) 609-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Bridges have?
Dr. Michael Bridges is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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