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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. East, Family Medicine Specialist in Moncure, NC?
Dr. Joan East, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Moncure, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. East graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed her residency at Mountain Area Hlth Ed Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. East is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. East’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. East’s office at (919) 542-4991.
Where did Dr. East go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mountain Area Hlth Ed Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc | Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. East board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joan East, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. East speak?
Dr. East and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. East typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. East 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. East. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. East typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joan East may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. East's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. East accept my insurance?
Dr. East accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 542-4991 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. East accept in Moncure, NC?
Dr. East in Moncure, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. East's office located?
Dr. Joan East's Primary Practice
7228 Moncure Pittsboro Rd
Moncure, NC 27559
(919) 542-4991
What is Dr. East's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. East's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407822521.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. East?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. East
What is Dr. Joan East's specialty?
Dr. East is a Family Medicine Specialist near Moncure, 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. Joan East affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. East is affiliated with Central Carolina Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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 Joan East accepting new patients in Moncure, NC?
Yes, Dr. Joan East is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joan East offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. East's office at (919) 542-4991 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joan East?
Please contact Dr. East's office at (919) 542-4991 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joan East have?
Dr. Joan East is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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