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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Towarnicky, Internist in Jacksonville, NC?
Dr. Michael Towarnicky, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Towarnicky graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Riverside Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Towarnicky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Towarnicky’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Towarnicky’s office.
Where did Dr. Towarnicky go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Riverside Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine | Riverside Methodist Hospitals (OhioHealth) Program
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Towarnicky board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Towarnicky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Towarnicky speak?
Dr. Towarnicky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Towarnicky typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Towarnicky 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. Towarnicky. 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:
- 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
- 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Towarnicky typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Towarnicky 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. Towarnicky's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Towarnicky accept my insurance?
Dr. Towarnicky 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. Towarnicky accept in Jacksonville, NC?
Dr. Towarnicky in Jacksonville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers Life
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Not Specified
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Towarnicky's office located?
What is Dr. Towarnicky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Towarnicky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740273242.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Towarnicky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Towarnicky
What is Dr. Michael Towarnicky's specialty?
Dr. Towarnicky is a Internist near Jacksonville, NC.
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. Michael Towarnicky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Towarnicky is affiliated with Carolinaeast Medical Center, Carteret Health Care 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 Michael Towarnicky accepting new patients in Jacksonville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Michael Towarnicky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Towarnicky offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Towarnicky's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Towarnicky?
Please contact Dr. Towarnicky's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Towarnicky have?
Dr. Michael Towarnicky is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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