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Dr. David Priest, MD

Winston Salem, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Priest, Infectious Disease Specialist in Winston Salem, NC?

    Dr. David Priest, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Priest graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program. Dr. Priest is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Priest’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Priest’s office at (336) 718-0100.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Priest?

    Dr. David Priest, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Priest empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Infectious Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Winston Salem, NC community, Dr. Priest is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Priest go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Priest board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Priest, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Priest speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Priest typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Priest 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. Priest. 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:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
    • CLL
    • B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphocytic leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Priest typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Priest may include:

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

    Does Dr. Priest accept my insurance?

    Dr. Priest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 718-0100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Priest accept in Winston Salem, NC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Priest's office located?

    Dr. David Priest's Primary Practice

    1381 Westgate Center Dr

    Winston Salem, NC 27103

    (336) 718-0100

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    Dr. David Priest's Practice 2

    530 Corporate Cir # 200

    Salisbury, NC 28147

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

    Dr. Priest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538145800.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Priest?

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

    What is Dr. David Priest's specialty?

    Dr. Priest is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Winston Salem, NC.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is this Dr. David Priest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Priest is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Novant Health Medical Park Hospital, Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 David Priest accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?

    Yes, Dr. David Priest is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Priest offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Priest's office at (336) 718-0100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Priest?

    Please contact Dr. Priest's office at (336) 718-0100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Priest have?

    Dr. David Priest is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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