31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elston, Internist in Burlington, NC?
Dr. Scott Elston, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Burlington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Elston graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Mercy Catholic Medical Center. He is a member of the Wake County Medical Society, North Carolina Medical Society, American Board of Internal Medicine, American College of Physicians, and American Medical Association. Dr. Elston is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elston’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elston’s office at (919) 232-5205.
Where did Dr. Elston go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Catholic Medical Center
Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Elston board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Elston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2001
What languages does Dr. Elston speak?
Dr. Elston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Elston treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Elston 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. Elston. 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:
- Suspected Exposure to Other Biological Agents Ruled Out
- Other biohazard exposure cleared
- No other biological agent exposure found
- Other bioweapon exposure ruled out
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z03818: Encounter for observation for suspected exposure to other biological agents ruled out
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Which procedures does Dr. Elston perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Scott Elston 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elston's office.
Does Dr. Elston accept my insurance?
Dr. Elston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 232-5205 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elston accept in Burlington, NC?
Dr. Elston in Burlington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elston's office located?
Dr. Scott Elston's Primary Practice
1234 Huffman Mill Rd
Burlington, NC 27215
(919) 232-5205
Dr. Scott Elston's Practice 3
162 Legacy Oaks Dr Ste 102
Knightdale, NC 27545
(919) 373-1810
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Wake County Medical Society
Member
North Carolina Medical Society
Member
American Board of Internal Medicine
Member
American College of Physicians
Member
American Medical Association
Member
What is Dr. Elston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710942016.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elston
What is Dr. Scott Elston's specialty?
Dr. Elston is a Internist near Burlington, NC.
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.
Contact Dr. Elston to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Scott Elston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elston is affiliated with Alamance Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Scott Elston accepting new patients in Burlington, NC?
Yes, Dr. Scott Elston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Elston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elston's office at (919) 232-5205 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Elston?
Please contact Dr. Elston's office at (919) 232-5205 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Elston have?
Dr. Scott Elston is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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