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Dr. Richard Herber, MD

Kernersville, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Herber, Family Medicine Specialist in Kernersville, NC?

    Dr. Richard Herber, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kernersville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Herber completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Herber is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herber’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herber’s office at (336) 713-8077.

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

    • Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    Is Dr. Herber board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Herber, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Herber speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Herber treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Herber 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. Herber. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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 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:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Amputation Aftercare
    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Which procedures does Dr. Herber perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Herber may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Herber's office.

    Does Dr. Herber accept my insurance?

    Dr. Herber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 713-8077 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Herber accept in Kernersville, NC?

    Dr. Herber in Kernersville, 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 Nebraska

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Herber's office located?

    Dr. Richard Herber's Primary Practice

    900 Old Winston Rd

    Kernersville, NC 27284

    (336) 713-8077

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    Dr. Richard Herber's Practice 2

    280 N Pointe Blvd

    Mount Airy, NC 27030

    (336) 786-4133

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    Dr. Richard Herber's Practice 3

    1016 S South St

    Mount Airy, NC 27030

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

    Dr. Herber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023083599.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herber?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Herber's specialty?

    Dr. Herber is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kernersville, 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. Herber to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Herber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Herber is affiliated with LewisGale Medical Center, Novant Health Forsyth 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Richard Herber accepting new patients in Kernersville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Herber is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Herber offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Herber's office at (336) 713-8077 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Herber?

    Please contact Dr. Herber's office at (336) 713-8077 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Herber have?

    Dr. Richard Herber is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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