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Dr. James Mcghee, MD
Asheville, NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mcghee, Family Medicine Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. James Mcghee, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mcghee completed his residency at Morehouse School Of Med. Dr. Mcghee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcghee’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcghee’s office at (828) 277-4810.
Where did Dr. Mcghee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Morehouse School Of Med
Is Dr. Mcghee board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Mcghee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mcghee speak?
Dr. Mcghee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mcghee typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mcghee 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. Mcghee. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mcghee typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mcghee 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. Mcghee. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Mcghee accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcghee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 277-4810 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcghee accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Mcghee in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Longevity Health Founders
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mcghee's office located?
Dr. James Mcghee's Primary Practice
90 Southside Ave Ste 350
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 277-4810
What is Dr. Mcghee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcghee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699783092.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcghee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcghee
What is Dr. James Mcghee's specialty?
Dr. Mcghee is a Family Medicine Specialist near Asheville, NC.
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. James Mcghee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mcghee is affiliated with Alamance Regional 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
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Is James Mcghee accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. James Mcghee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Mcghee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcghee's office at (828) 277-4810 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Mcghee?
Please contact Dr. Mcghee's office at (828) 277-4810 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Mcghee have?
Dr. James Mcghee is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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