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Dr. Alan Baumgarten, MD

Asheville, NC

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    Who is Dr. Baumgarten, Family Medicine Specialist in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Alan Baumgarten, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Baumgarten graduated from Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine and completed his residency at Mountain Area Hlth Ed Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Baumgarten is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baumgarten’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baumgarten’s office at (828) 258-8681.

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

    • Residency: Mountain Area Hlth Ed Ctr, Family Medicine | Mountain Area Health Education Center Program

    • Medical School: Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine

    Is Dr. Baumgarten board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Baumgarten, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Baumgarten speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Baumgarten treat?

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

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    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 Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung infection
    • Chest infection
    • Acute respiratory infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J22: Unspecified acute lower respiratory infection

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Use
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Smoking habit
    • Nicotine use
    • Tobacco dependency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z720: Tobacco use

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alan Baumgarten may include:

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

    Does Dr. Baumgarten accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baumgarten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 258-8681 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Baumgarten 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Vaya Health

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    Where is Dr. Baumgarten's office located?

    Dr. Alan Baumgarten's Primary Practice

    206 Asheland Ave

    Asheville, NC 28801

    (828) 258-8681

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    Dr. Alan Baumgarten's Practice 2

    125 Hendersonville Rd

    Asheville, NC 28803

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    Dr. Alan Baumgarten's Practice 3

    1219 Smokey Park Hwy

    Candler, NC 28715

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

    Dr. Baumgarten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023079381.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baumgarten?

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

    What is Dr. Alan Baumgarten's specialty?

    Dr. Baumgarten is a Family Medicine Specialist near Asheville, 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. Baumgarten to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alan Baumgarten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Baumgarten 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 Alan Baumgarten accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Baumgarten is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Baumgarten offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baumgarten's office at (828) 258-8681 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alan Baumgarten?

    Please contact Dr. Baumgarten's office at (828) 258-8681 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Baumgarten have?

    Dr. Alan Baumgarten is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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