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Dr. Daniel Mackey, MD

Sylva, NC

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mackey, Internist in Sylva, NC?

    Dr. Daniel Mackey, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sylva, NC. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Mackey completed his residency at Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; Baystate Med Ctr, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Mackey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mackey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mackey’s office at (828) 586-4012.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; Baystate Med Ctr, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics

    Is Dr. Mackey board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Mackey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Mackey speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Mackey typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Mackey 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. Mackey. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Mackey typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Mackey 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. Mackey. 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)

    Does Dr. Mackey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mackey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 586-4012 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mackey accept in Sylva, NC?

    Dr. Mackey in Sylva, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mackey's office located?

    Dr. Daniel Mackey's Primary Practice

    430 Fisher Creek Rd

    Sylva, NC 28779

    (828) 586-4012

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

    Dr. Mackey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013996362.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mackey?

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

    What is Dr. Daniel Mackey's specialty?

    Dr. Mackey is a Internist near Sylva, NC.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Daniel Mackey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mackey is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital, Mission Hospital, Spartanburg 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Daniel Mackey accepting new patients in Sylva, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Mackey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Daniel Mackey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mackey's office at (828) 586-4012 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Daniel Mackey?

    Please contact Dr. Mackey's office at (828) 586-4012 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Mackey have?

    Dr. Daniel Mackey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.

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