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Dr. Scott Fairbrother, MD

Raleigh, NC

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fairbrother, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Scott Fairbrother, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Fairbrother is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fairbrother’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fairbrother’s office at (919) 859-3373.

    Is Dr. Fairbrother board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Fairbrother, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fairbrother speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fairbrother typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fairbrother 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. Fairbrother. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fairbrother typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Fairbrother may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fairbrother accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fairbrother accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 859-3373 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fairbrother accept in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Fairbrother in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Fairbrother's office located?

    Dr. Scott Fairbrother's Primary Practice

    3000 New Bern Ave

    Raleigh, NC 27610

    (919) 859-3373

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    Dr. Scott Fairbrother's Practice 2

    210 Towne Village Dr

    Cary, NC 27513

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    Dr. Scott Fairbrother's Practice 3

    400 US 70 Hwy E

    Garner, NC 27529

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

    Dr. Fairbrother's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184611618.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fairbrother?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Fairbrother's specialty?

    Dr. Fairbrother is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Raleigh, NC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Scott Fairbrother affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fairbrother is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Cary Hospital, Unc Health Rex, Central Carolina Hospital, Unc Health Johnston Clayton 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Scott Fairbrother accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Fairbrother is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Fairbrother offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fairbrother's office at (919) 859-3373 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Fairbrother?

    Please contact Dr. Fairbrother's office at (919) 859-3373 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Fairbrother have?

    Dr. Scott Fairbrother is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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