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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Auton, Internist in Newton, NC?
Dr. Robert Auton, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Newton, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Auton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Auton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Auton’s office at (828) 353-9944.
What languages does Dr. Auton speak?
Dr. Auton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Auton treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Auton 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. Auton. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Which procedures does Dr. Auton perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Robert Auton may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Auton's office.
Does Dr. Auton accept my insurance?
Dr. Auton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 353-9944 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Auton accept in Newton, NC?
Dr. Auton in Newton, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Auton's office located?
What is Dr. Auton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Auton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356321038.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Auton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Auton
What is Dr. Robert Auton's specialty?
Dr. Auton is a Internist near Newton, NC.
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.
Contact Dr. Auton to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Robert Auton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Auton is affiliated with Frye 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Robert Auton accepting new patients in Newton, NC?
Yes, Dr. Robert Auton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Auton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Auton's office at (828) 353-9944 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Auton?
Please contact Dr. Auton's office at (828) 353-9944 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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