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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wheeler, Family Medicine Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Patti Wheeler, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Wheeler graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NC CHAPEL HILL SCH OF MEDICINE and completed her residency at Mountain Area Health Ed Center. Dr. Wheeler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wheeler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wheeler’s office.
Where did Dr. Wheeler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mountain Area Health Ed Center
Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc | UNIVERSITY OF NC CHAPEL HILL SCH OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Wheeler board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Patti Wheeler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wheeler speak?
Dr. Wheeler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wheeler typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wheeler 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. Wheeler. 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:
- 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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Malnutrition
- Vitamins
- Lack of Vitamins
- Low Vitamin Levels
- Avitaminosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E569: Vitamin deficiency, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wheeler typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Patti Wheeler may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Wheeler's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wheeler accept my insurance?
Dr. Wheeler 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. Wheeler accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Wheeler 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wheeler's office located?
What is Dr. Wheeler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wheeler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265411169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wheeler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wheeler
What is Dr. Patti Wheeler's specialty?
Dr. Wheeler 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. Patti Wheeler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wheeler is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Patti Wheeler accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Patti Wheeler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patti Wheeler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wheeler's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patti Wheeler?
Please contact Dr. Wheeler's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Patti Wheeler have?
Dr. Patti Wheeler is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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