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Dr. John Worthington, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Asheville, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Worthington, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. John Worthington, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Worthington graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Worthington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Worthington’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Worthington’s office at (864) 455-7899.

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

    • Residency: Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine | Wright State University Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University | David Aghmashenebeli University of Georgia Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Worthington board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Worthington, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Worthington speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Worthington typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Worthington 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. Worthington. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Worthington typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Worthington may include:

    Please contact Dr. Worthington's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Worthington accept my insurance?

    Dr. Worthington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 455-7899 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Worthington accept in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Worthington in Asheville, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medcost Preferred

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Worthington's office located?

    Dr. John Worthington's Primary Practice

    509 Biltmore Ave

    Asheville, NC 28801

    (864) 455-7899

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    Dr. John Worthington's Practice 2

    190 Hospital Dr

    Highlands, NC 28741

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    Dr. John Worthington's Practice 3

    701 Grove Rd Fl 1

    Greenville, SC 29605

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

    Dr. Worthington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407825565.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Worthington?

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

    What is Dr. John Worthington's specialty?

    Dr. Worthington is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Asheville, NC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. John Worthington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Worthington is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Harris Regional Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. John Worthington accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. John Worthington is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Worthington offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Worthington's office at (864) 455-7899 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Worthington?

    Please contact Dr. Worthington's office at (864) 455-7899 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Worthington's office located?

    Dr. Worthington's offices are located in Asheville, NC, Highlands, NC, and Greenville, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Worthington have?

    Dr. John Worthington is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.