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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ward, Internist in Salisbury, NC?
Dr. Demming Ward, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Salisbury, NC. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Ward graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ward is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ward’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ward’s office at (704) 637-3538.
Where did Dr. Ward go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ward board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Demming Ward, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ward speak?
Dr. Ward and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ward typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ward 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. Ward. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ward typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Demming Ward may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ward's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ward accept my insurance?
Dr. Ward accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 637-3538 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ward accept in Salisbury, NC?
Dr. Ward in Salisbury, 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 North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ward's office located?
Dr. Demming Ward's Primary Practice
319 Mocksville Ave
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 637-3538
What is Dr. Ward's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144230202.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ward?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ward
What is Dr. Demming Ward's specialty?
Dr. Ward is a Internist near Salisbury, NC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Demming Ward affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ward is affiliated with Novant Health Rowan Medical Center, Duke University 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Demming Ward accepting new patients in Salisbury, NC?
Yes, Dr. Demming Ward is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Demming Ward offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ward's office at (704) 637-3538 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Demming Ward?
Please contact Dr. Ward's office at (704) 637-3538 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Demming Ward have?
Dr. Demming Ward is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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