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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simala, Family Medicine Specialist in Leland, NC?
Dr. Dawn Simala, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Leland, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Simala is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simala’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simala’s office at (910) 408-1130.
What languages does Dr. Simala speak?
Dr. Simala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Simala treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Simala 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. Simala. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Which procedures does Dr. Simala perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dawn Simala may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Simala's office.
Does Dr. Simala accept my insurance?
Dr. Simala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 408-1130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simala accept in Leland, NC?
Dr. Simala in Leland, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Liberty Health Advantage
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Simala's office located?
Dr. Dawn Simala's Primary Practice
501 Olde Waterford Way
Leland, NC 28451
(910) 408-1130
What is Dr. Simala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750368726.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simala
What is Dr. Dawn Simala's specialty?
Dr. Simala is a Family Medicine Specialist near Leland, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Simala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dawn Simala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simala is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover 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 Dawn Simala accepting new patients in Leland, NC?
Yes, Dr. Dawn Simala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dawn Simala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simala's office at (910) 408-1130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dawn Simala?
Please contact Dr. Simala's office at (910) 408-1130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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