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Dr. Anthony Esterwood, MD

Biltmore Forest, NC

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Esterwood, Family Medicine Specialist in Biltmore Forest, NC?

    Dr. Anthony Esterwood, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Biltmore Forest, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Esterwood graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Moses H Cone Mem Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Esterwood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Esterwood’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Esterwood’s office.

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

    • Residency: Moses H Cone Mem Hosp, Family Medicine | Cone Health Program

    • Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University of Cincinnati / Main Campus | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Esterwood board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Anthony Esterwood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Esterwood speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Esterwood treat?

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

    • History of Falls
    • Repeated Falls
    • Falls
    • Previous falls
    • Recurrent falls
    • Risk of falling
    • Frequent Falling
    • Recurrent Falls
    • Balance Problems Leading to Falls

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9181: History of falling
    • R296: Repeated falls

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Cognitive Problems
    • Stroke
    • Thinking Problems
    • Mental Impairment
    • Post-stroke Cognitive Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69318: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions following cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    What procedures does Dr. Esterwood perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Esterwood performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Esterwood. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Esterwood accept my insurance?

    Dr. Esterwood 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. Esterwood accept in Biltmore Forest, NC?

    Dr. Esterwood in Biltmore Forest, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Esterwood's office located?

    Dr. Anthony Esterwood's Primary Practice

    121 Hendersonville Rd

    Biltmore Forest, NC 28803

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    Dr. Anthony Esterwood's Practice 2

    121 Hendersonville Rd

    Asheville, NC 28803

    (828) 257-4730

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

    Dr. Esterwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851350821.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Esterwood?

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

    What is Dr. Anthony Esterwood's specialty?

    Dr. Esterwood is a Family Medicine Specialist near Biltmore Forest, 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. Esterwood to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Anthony Esterwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Esterwood is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Anthony Esterwood accepting new patients in Biltmore Forest, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Anthony Esterwood is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anthony Esterwood offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Esterwood's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anthony Esterwood?

    Please contact Dr. Esterwood's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anthony Esterwood have?

    Dr. Anthony Esterwood is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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