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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharpnack, Family Medicine Specialist in Hickory, PA?
Dr. Bruce Sharpnack, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hickory, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Sharpnack completed his residency at Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Sharpnack is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharpnack’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharpnack’s office.
Where did Dr. Sharpnack go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Family Medicine | Richland Meml Hosp
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus
Is Dr. Sharpnack board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Sharpnack, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sharpnack speak?
Dr. Sharpnack and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharpnack typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sharpnack 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. Sharpnack. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharpnack typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bruce Sharpnack may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Sharpnack's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sharpnack accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharpnack 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. Sharpnack accept in Hickory, PA?
Dr. Sharpnack in Hickory, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Highmark Health
Medicare
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Sharpnack's office located?
What is Dr. Sharpnack's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharpnack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922072552.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharpnack?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharpnack
What is Dr. Bruce Sharpnack's specialty?
Dr. Sharpnack is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hickory, PA.
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. Bruce Sharpnack affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharpnack is affiliated with Upmc Passavant-Mccandless 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
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 Bruce Sharpnack accepting new patients in Hickory, PA?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Sharpnack is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Sharpnack offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharpnack's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Sharpnack?
Please contact Dr. Sharpnack's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Sharpnack have?
Dr. Bruce Sharpnack is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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